Alken Collection (#3)

A Steeplechase: The Winner, 1827. Artist: Henry Thomas Alken
A Steeplechase: Plate VI - The Winner. And to such wonderous doing brought his horse. - Hamlet. After an original work by Henry Thomas Alken (1785-1851)

A Steeplechase: Covering a strong bullock fence. Down for a hundred!, 1927. Artist: Henry Thomas Alken
A Steeplechase: Plate V - Covering a strong bullock fence. Down for a hundred!..Any odds on white, 1827. After an original work by Henry Thomas Alken (1785-1851)

A Steeplechase: Crossing a deep ravine dangerous to pass, 1827. Artist: Henry Thomas Alken
A Steeplechase: Plate IV - Crossing a deep ravine dangerous to pass - with 6 to 2 on white, 1827. After an original work by Henry Thomas Alken (1785-1851)

A Steeplechase: A slap at a stone enclosure. 5 to 4 on white, 1827. Artist: Henry Thomas Alken
A Steeplechase: Plate III - A slap at a stone enclosure. 5 to 4 on white, 1827. After an original work by Henry Thomas Alken (1785-1851)

A Steeplechase: Going over an old blind roadway, and doing it well: even betting, 1827. Artist: Henry Thomas Alken
A Steeplechase: Plate II - Going over an old blind roadway, and doing it well: even betting, 1827. After an original work by Henry Thomas Alken (1785-1851)

A Steeplechase: The Start. Off they Go - with white for choice, 1827. Artist: Henry Thomas Alken
A Steeplechase: Plate 1 - The Start. Off they Go - with white for choice, 1827. After an original work by Henry Thomas Alken (1785-1851)

Full Cry, c1820. Artist: Henry Thomas Alken
Full Cry, c1820. After an original work by Henry Thomas Alken (1785-1851). From The Sport of Our Fathers published by Williams and Norgate, Ltd. 1927

Tally Ho!, c1820. Artist: Henry Thomas Alken
Tally Ho!, c1820. A self portrait of the artist Henry Alken as Ben Tally Ho!. After an original work by Henry Thomas Alken (1785-1851)

The Devonport Mail Near Amesbury, 1907. Artist: William Havell
The Devonport Mail Near Amesbury: Going Post through an Avalanche of Snow. Engraving by Robert Havell after a drawing by Henry Thomas Alken (1785-1851). From The Connoisseur 1907-8

Taking the Lead, 1906. Artist: Henry Thomas Alken
Taking the Lead, An English hunting scene after an original work by Henry Thomas Alken (1785-1851). From the Connoisseur VOL. XV, 1906

A First Rate Workman of Melton, 1906. Artist: Henry Thomas Alken
A First Rate Workman of Melton. An English hunting scene after an original work by Henry Thomas Alken (1785-1851). From the Connoisseur VOL. XV, 1906

The Duke of Wellington and Hodge, 1906. Artist: Henry Thomas Alken
The Duke of Wellington and Hodge, Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington (1769-1852) talking to an estate worker. Arthur Wellesley was an excellent equestrian

Fox Hunting: Leaping the Brook, 1906. Artist: Henry Thomas Alken
Fox Hunting: Leaping the Brook, after an original work by Henry Thomas Alken (1785-1851). From The Connoisseur, VOL. XVI, 1906

The Birmingham Mail near Aylesbury, the guard Banbury proceeding with the bags, 1837 (1907). Artist: Robert Havell
The Birmingham Mail near Aylesbury, the guard Banbury proceeding with the bags 1837. Mail coach drawn by two horses stuck in a snowdrift, with three other horsemen coming to the rescue

The Holyhead and Chester Mails, 1905. Artist: Robert Havell
The Holyhead and Chester Mails at Hockley Hill, near Dunstable. Engraving by Robert Havell after a drawing by Henry Thomas Alken (1785-1851). Coaches stuck in snow drifts

The Progress of Steam - A view in White Chapel Road, 1905. Artist: Henry Thomas Alken
The Progress of Steam - A view in White Chapel Road, 1830. A variety of steam vehicles being driven around White Chapel Road, London, illustrating the artists predictions for the modern steam age

Symptoms of Being Amused, 1822. Artist: Henry Thomas Alken
Symptoms of Being Amused, 1822

Bobs first introduction to gaming, a modern Hell, c1821. Artist: Henry Thomas Alken
Bobs first introduction to gaming, a modern Hell, c1821. A Modern Hell, or fashionable gaming house. Illustration from Real Life in London or the Rambles and Adventures of Bob Tallyho

A French Family, 1790. Artist: Samuel Alken
A French Family, 1790. An anti-French view of our continental cousins: a dog wearing clothes, a man with an effete hairstyle, a child showing her legs

The Progress of Steam. A View in Regents Park, 1831, 1828. Steam-powered coaches, horses, tricycles, including one with body like a teapot

Duck Hunt / Alken
DUCK The eccentric Shropshire Squire John Mytton (1796-1834) wearing a nightshirt crawls across the snow on his knees to bag a few wild ducks. Date: 1820s

Drawings Prints, Print, Consultation, Artist publisher, Artist, Samuel Alken, Thomas Rowlandson
Drawings and Prints, Print, The Consultation, Artist and publisher, Artist, After, Samuel Alken, Thomas Rowlandson, British, London 1756-1815, British, London 1757-1827 London, Alken, Samuel

Drawings Prints, Print, Benevolence, Artist, Samuel Alken, Thomas Rowlandson, British
Drawings and Prints, Print, Benevolence, Artist, After, Samuel Alken, Thomas Rowlandson, British, London 1756-1815, British, London 1757-1827 London, Alken, Samuel, Rowlandson, Thomas, 1756, 1757

Drawings Prints, Print, Too Many Jew, Artist, Publisher, Thomas Rowlandson, Samuel Alken
Drawings and Prints, Print, Too Many for a Jew, Artist, Publisher, Thomas Rowlandson, Samuel Alken, British, London 1757-1827 London, British, London 1756-1815, Rowlandson, Thomas, Alken, Samuel

Drawings Prints, Print, Nap Country, Town, Artist, Publisher, Thomas Rowlandson, Samuel Alken
Drawings and Prints, Print, Nap in the Country, Nap in Town, Artist, Publisher, Thomas Rowlandson, Samuel Alken, British, London 1757-1827 London, British, London 1756-1815, Rowlandson, Thomas

Drawings Prints, Print, Botheration, Artist, Publisher, Thomas Rowlandson, Samuel William Fores
Drawings and Prints, Print, Botheration, Artist, Publisher, Artist, After, Thomas Rowlandson, Samuel William Fores, Samuel Alken, British, London 1757-1827 London, British, 1761-1838, British

Drawings Prints, Print, Courtship Low Life, Artist, Thomas Rowlandson, Samuel Alken
Drawings and Prints, Print, Courtship in Low Life, Artist, After, Thomas Rowlandson, Samuel Alken, British, London 1757-1827 London, British, London 1756-1815, Rowlandson, Thomas, Alken, Samuel

Drawings Prints, Print, Botheration, Publisher, Artist, William Hinton, Thomas Rowlandson
Drawings and Prints, Print, Botheration, Publisher, Artist, After, William Hinton, Thomas Rowlandson, Samuel Alken, British, active London, 1779-86, British, London 1757-1827 London, British

Scenes from a Seeplechase: The Winner A Steeplechase: The Winner Signed in black paint, lower left: " H. Alken", Henry Thomas Alken, 1785-1851, British

Scenes from a steeplechase: Taking a Hedge A Steeplechase: Near the Finish Signed in ocher-color paint, lower left: " H. Alken", Henry Thomas Alken, 1785-1851, British

The Quorn Hunt in Full Cry: Second Horses, after Henry Alken, John Dalby, active 1826-1853, British

Hunting Scene: The Kill The Belvoir Hunt: The Death Signed, lower left: H
Hunting Scene: The Kill The Belvoir Hunt: The Death Signed, lower left: " H. Alken", Henry Thomas Alken, 1785-1851, British

Hunting Scene: In Full Cry The Belvoir Hunt: Full Cry Signed, lower right: H
Hunting Scene: In Full Cry The Belvoir Hunt: Full Cry Signed, lower right: " H. Alken", Henry Thomas Alken, 1785-1851, British

Duck Shooting in Winter, Henry Thomas Alken, 1785-1851, British

Hunting Scene: The Meet The Belvoir Hunt: The meet, Henry Thomas Alken, 1785-1851, British

Grouse Shooting Signed, lower center: H ALKEN, Henry Thomas Alken, 1785-1851
Grouse Shooting Signed, lower center: " H ALKEN", Henry Thomas Alken, 1785-1851, British

Pheasant Shooting Signed in black paint, lower left: H Aiken, Henry Thomas
Pheasant Shooting Signed in black paint, lower left: " H Aiken", Henry Thomas Alken, 1785-1851, British

Duck Shooting Signed, lower left: H Alken, Henry Thomas Alken, 1785-1851
Duck Shooting Signed, lower left: " H Alken", Henry Thomas Alken, 1785-1851, British

Partridge Shooting Possible signed lower left: H A, Henry Thomas Alken
Partridge Shooting Possible signed lower left: " H A", Henry Thomas Alken, 1785-1851, British

Scenes From a Steeplechase: Another Hedge A Steeplechase: Taking a Hedge and Ditch Signed in black paint, lower left: " H. Alken", Henry Thomas Alken, 1785-1851, British

Scenes from a steeplechase: Near the Finish A Steeplechase: Another Hedge Signed in black paint, lower left: " H. Alken", Henry Thomas Alken, 1785-1851, British

Germany, Mosel Valley, Alken, village overlooking River Rhine

Windy Derby / Epsom / Alken
A Start for the Derby of the Effects of a Windy Day or The Epsom Race Course Race-goers are sent flying by a severe wind causing havoc amongst the spectators

Gaming Fashions / Alken
Gentlemen wear top boots, top hats with the crown wider at the top, cossacks, coats with roll collars, tails & cut-away at the front & strapped pantaloons. One wears glasses

Shooting Grouse (Alken)
GROUSE - Two men and their dogs walk up a moor hoping to start up some grouse

Shooting Duck (Alken)
DUCK - Two men and their dogs shoot duck from the banks of a lake

Shooting Partridge Alken
PARTRIDGE - Two men and their dogs looking for partridge in an open field

Billingsgate / Alken / 1820
BILLINGSGATE Tom & Bob at Billingsgate market taking in the sights

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"Exploring the Artistic World of Alken: A Glimpse into 19th Century Sports and Leisure" Step back in time to the early 19th century with Henry Thomas Alken, a renowned artist whose creations captured the essence of various sporting activities. From boxing matches that showcased raw strength and determination to shooting pheasants amidst picturesque landscapes, Alken's art transports us to a bygone era. In one lithograph titled "COCK FIGHT, " we witness the intensity and excitement surrounding this controversial sport. Created in 1840, it exemplifies Alken's ability to capture every detail with precision, allowing viewers to immerse themselves in the world of cockfighting. "The Driver of 1832 and The Driver of 1852" showcases J Harris' artistic interpretation inspired by Alken's work. These captivating illustrations depict horse-drawn carriages racing through bustling streets, offering a glimpse into transportation during that period. It also ventured into depicting social scenes such as "The Wrong Sort" and "The Right Sort. " These mid-19th-century artworks shed light on class distinctions within English society while showcasing equestrian pursuits enjoyed by different groups. One cannot overlook Alken's fascination with Brighton, evident in his painting "Crawley (An Excursion to Brighthelmstone), June 1, 1790. " This piece captures the vibrant atmosphere of an outing to Brighton Beach during summer days long past. For those who appreciate outdoor adventures, Alken presents two remarkable pieces: "The Hunt - Full Cry" from 1820 and John Heaviside Clark's "Fishing in a Punt. " Both paintings transport us into nature's embrace as we witness hunters chasing their prey or anglers patiently waiting for their next catch. Finally, we have Henry Thomas Alken's masterpiece titled "The Brighton Mail on Christmas Day, " painted in 1836 but later reproduced in 1905.