Alken Collection

Boxing, early 19th century, (1941). Creator: Henry Thomas Alken
Boxing, early 19th century, (1941). Bare-knuckle fighting. Illustration which originally appeared in " The National Sports of Great Britain" illustrated by Henry Alken. (London, 1821)

Shooting Pheasant Alken
PHEASANT - Two men and their dogs shoot from a clearing

Mytton / Short Cut Home
The seat of John Mytton (1796- 1834), the eccentric English squire of Halston, Shropshire. The view is from the back showing a circular garden and extensive parkland. Date: 1820s

The Brighton Mail on Christmas Day, 1836 (1905). Artist: Henry Thomas Alken
The Brighton Mail on Christmas Day, 1836 (1905). From The Connoisseur (January 1905)

COCK FIGHT, 1840. Lithograph after a drawing by Henry Thomas Alken, 1840

The Driver of 1832 and The Driver of 1852. Artist: J Harris
The Driver of 1832 and The Driver of 1852 ; shows a comparison between a mail coach driver and an engine driver. The phenomenal growth and popularity of the railways between the 1830s

The Wrong Sort. To The Craners Of England, mid 19th century, (c1955). Creator: Unknown
The Wrong Sort. To The Craners Of England, mid 19th century, (c1955). Riders jumping a fence. Published by Ariel Press, London W1. Printed in Germany by KG Lohse, Frankfurt am Main, [c1955]

The Right Sort. To The Crack Riders Of England, mid 19th century, (c1955). Creator: Unknown
The Right Sort. To The Crack Riders Of England, mid 19th century, (c1955). Fox hunting scene. Published by Ariel Press, London W1. Printed in Germany by KG Lohse, Frankfurt am Main, [c1955]

Crawley (An Excursion to Brighthelmstone), June 1, 1790. June 1, 1790
Crawley (An Excursion to Brighthelmstone), June 1, 1790

The Hunt - Full Cry, 1820, (1890). Artist: Henry Thomas Alken
The Hunt - Full Cry, 1820, (1890). Frieze, one of a series showing fox hunting, illustration supplement to The Graphic, 12 April 1890

Fishing in a Punt, 1820, (1929). Artist: John Heaviside Clark
Fishing in a Punt, 1820, (1929). After Henry Thomas Alken (1785-1851). From The Story of British Sporting Prints, by Captain Frank Siltzer. [Halton & Truscott Smith, Ltd, London, 1929]

View at Alken, Mosel Valley, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany

Thurant castle, Alken, Mosel Valley, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany

View at Alken with Thurant castle, Mosel Valley, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany

TILBURY (ALKEN)
This light open two-wheel vehicle is fashionable in the early 19th century. Date: circa 1825

The Kill, 19th century (oil on canvas)
1765046 The Kill, 19th century (oil on canvas) by Alken, Samuel Henry (1810-94); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Kill. Samuel Henry Alken Jnr. (1810-1894)

A Coach and Four on an Autumn Road, (oil on panel)
658256 A Coach and Four on an Autumn Road, (oil on panel) by Alken, Henry Thomas (1785-1851); 30.5x45.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Coach and Four on an Autumn Road)

King George IV of England arriving in Ireland, 1821
King George IV of England arriving for his tour of Ireland, August 12, 1821. Irish peasants raise their hats and cheer. His Majesty landing on the Pier at Howth

A jingle or carriage accident on a bridge in Dublin, 1822
A jingle or carriage accident on Low Ground Bridge, Baggot Street, Dublin. Passengers fall off the bridge into the canal, men with shillelaghs shout. Brian Boru, Sir Shawn O Dogherty, Capt

Going to the Derby, (oil on canvas)
658252 Going to the Derby, (oil on canvas) by Alken, Henry Thomas (1785-1851); 51.4x61.6 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Going to the Derby. Henry Alken (1785-1851). Oil on canvas

Foxhunting scene by Henry Alken -- No hedges can turn them, no walls can them set, For the choicest of sportsmen of England were met. 19th century

Bare-knuckle boxing
3780922 Bare-knuckle boxing by Alken, Henry Thomas (1785-1851); (add.info.: Bare-knuckle boxing. Engraving by Henry Alken British artist 12 October 1785 - 7 April 1851)

The York to London Royal Mail on the Open Road in Winter, (oil on panel)
658255 The York to London Royal Mail on the Open Road in Winter, (oil on panel) by Alken, Henry Thomas (1785-1851); 30.5x45.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

A Steeplechase (oil on board)
1765058 A Steeplechase (oil on board) by Alken, Samuel Henry (1810-94); 21x39.4 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Steeplechase. Samuel Henry Alken (1810-1894), aka Henry Alken, Jun. Oil on board

Tally Ho! Samuel Henry Alken Jnr, 19th century (oil on canvas)
1765045 Tally Ho! Samuel Henry Alken Jnr, 19th century (oil on canvas) by Alken, Samuel Henry (1810-94); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tally Ho! Samuel Henry Alken Jnr. (1810-1894)

The Bachelor, December 28, 1787. Creator: Samuel Alken
The Bachelor, December 28, 1787

Studious Gluttons, October 1788. Creator: Samuel Alken
Studious Gluttons, October 1788

Side Box Sketches, June 5, 1786. Creator: Samuel Alken
Side Box Sketches, June 5, 1786

Art of Scaling, 1792. Creator: Samuel Alken
Art of Scaling, 1792

O Tempora, O Mores!, December 1799. Creator: Samuel Alken
O Tempora, O Mores!, December 1799

O Tempora, O Mores!, 1799. Creator: Samuel Alken
O Tempora, O Mores!, 1799

Botheration, Dec. 17, 1793. Creator: Samuel Alken
Botheration, Dec. 17, 1793

Botheration, December 21, 1785. Creator: Samuel Alken
Botheration, December 21, 1785

Benevolence, November 25, 1792. Creator: Samuel Alken
Benevolence, November 25, 1792

Reigate (An Excursion to Brighthelmstone), June 1, 1790. June 1, 1790
Reigate (An Excursion to Brighthelmstone), June 1, 1790

Saloon at the Marine Pavillion (An Excursion to Brighthelmstone), June 1, 1790

The Steine (An Excursion to Brighthelmstone), June 1, 1790. June 1, 1790
The Steine (An Excursion to Brighthelmstone), June 1, 1790

Cuckfield (An Excursion to Brighthelmstone), June 1, 1790. June 1, 1790
Cuckfield (An Excursion to Brighthelmstone), June 1, 1790

Race Ground (An Excursion to Brighthelmstone), June 1, 1790. June 1, 1790
Race Ground (An Excursion to Brighthelmstone), June 1, 1790

The Consultation, September 1785. September 1785. Creator: Samuel Alken
The Consultation, September 1785

Too Many for a Jew, September 20, 1785. September 20, 1785. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson
Too Many for a Jew, September 20, 1785

The Chase of the Roebuck, 1834, (1936). Creators: Henry Thomas Alken, Richard Gibson Reeve
The Chase of the Roebuck, 1834, (1936). From Original Drawings by Walter Parry Hodges of hunting scenes in Dorset. Hunters and hounds pursue a roebuck. Aquatint engraving

Hunting in Leicestershire, 1827 - In At The Death, (1890). Creator: Unknown
Hunting in Leicestershire, 1827 - In At The Death, (1890). Fox hunting scene in rural England: huntsmen and hounds gather round as the bloody body of the fox is held aloft

Mr. Jorrocks takes a Ride at the Fete at St. Cloud, 1838. Artist: Henry Thomas Alken
Mr. Jorrocks takes a Ride at the Fe te at St. Cloud, 1838. Scene depicting one of the humorous adventures of Mr Jorrocks, a vulgar Cockney grocer who aspires to the sporting life in the country

Sporting in France- Mr. Jorrocks beats the Baron for Speed, 1838. Artist: Henry Thomas Alken
Sporting in France- Mr. Jorrocks beats the Baron for Speed, 1838. Scene depicting one of the humorous adventures of Mr Jorrocks

Mr. Jorrocks renounces the Acquaintance of the Yorkshireman, 1838. Artist: Henry Thomas Alken
Mr. Jorrocks renounces the Acquaintance of the Yorkshireman, 1838. Scene depicting one of the humorous adventures of Mr Jorrocks

Mr Jorrockss Surprise on seeing the Paris Diligence My Vig, heres Wombwell s
Mr Jorrockss Surprise on seeing the Paris Diligence My Vig, heres Wombwells Wild-beast Show, 1838. Scene depicting one of the humorous adventures of Mr Jorrocks

Oh Gentlemen! Gentlemen! heres a lamentable Occurrence, 1838. Artist: Henry Thomas Alken
Oh Gentlemen! Gentlemen! heres a lamentable Occurrence, 1838. Scene depicting one of the humorous adventures of Mr Jorrocks, a vulgar Cockney grocer who aspires to the sporting life in the country

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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.