Jorrocks Collection

Jorrocks and the Bull
HANDLEY CROSS; OR MR JORROCKSs HUNT Jorrocks on the wrong side of a bull

Jorrocks Hunt / Surtees
Or Mr. Jorrockss Hunt ; Jorrocks out hunting on a wet day

Surtees / Handley Cross
Or Mr Jorrockss Hunt ; Jorrocks with the dead fox

Lady riding side-saddle on a horse stuck in a fence during a fox hunt, 19th century. Mrs Lucy Somerville urges her horse Leotard out of the briars while Facey Romford and other huntsmen watch

Peasants and farmers dancing at a harvest festival in a barn with rustic chandeliers, 19th century
6337331 Peasants and farmers dancing at a harvest festival in a barn with rustic chandeliers, 19th century by English School

English grocer entering a dining room and surprising his family, 19th century
6337329 English grocer entering a dining room and surprising his family, 19th century by Leech, John (1817-64) (after); (add.info.: English grocer entering a dining room and surprising his family)

Illustration for Jorrocks Jaunts and Jollities (colour litho)
6005931 Illustration for Jorrocks Jaunts and Jollities (colour litho) by Alken, Henry Thomas (1785-1851) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr Jorrocks beats the Baron for speed)

Title-page illustration for Jorrocks Jaunts and Jollities (colour litho)
6005929 Title-page illustration for Jorrocks Jaunts and Jollities (colour litho) by Alken, Henry Thomas (1785-1851) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Gentleman in night clothes struggling in a swimming pool at a stately home, 19th century
6337317 Gentleman in night clothes struggling in a swimming pool at a stately home, 19th century by Leech, John (1817-64) (after); (add.info)

Illustration for Jorrocks Jaunts and Jollities (colour litho)
6005938 Illustration for Jorrocks Jaunts and Jollities (colour litho) by Alken, Henry Thomas (1785-1851) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Illustration for Jorrocks Jaunts and Jollities (colour litho)
6005927 Illustration for Jorrocks Jaunts and Jollities (colour litho) by Alken, Henry Thomas (1785-1851) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Lift me up! Tie me in my chair! Fill my glass)

Foxhunting, Shipton Moyne, Gloucestershire
Foxhunting, Shipton Moyne, Tetbury, near Marlmesbury, Gloucestershire, England. Showing Mr Jorrocks Hounds at the Cat & Custard Pot Inn Date: 1930s

Mr Jorrocks, having retired early very drunk, sleepwalking during violent dream falls in Lord Bambers swimming pool and is rescued by other house guests

The Kill / Jorrocks Hunt
THE KILL, ON THE CAT AND CUSTARD POT DAY Mr Jorrocks holds up the brush triumphantly and the dogs rip the rest of the poor fox to pieces

Jorrocks Returns Home
HANDLEY CROSS; OR MR JORROCKSs HUNT Jorrocks returns to his home and family

Jorrocks and the Old Fox
HANDLEY CROSS; OR MR JORROCKSs HUNT Jorrocks comes unexpectedly on the old fox

Mr. Jorrocks (Surtees)
Or Mr. Jorrockss Hunt ; Jorrocks delivers his lecture on unting

Jorrockss Hunt / Surtees
Or Mr. Jorrockss Hunt ; Jorrocks arrives at Handley Cross. Date: First published: 1843

Handley Cross / Jorrocks
Or Mr. Jorrockss Hunt ; Jorrocks rides to the hunt

Hunting Alphabet - J
I J stands for Jorrocks of famed Handley Cross - but oh, the poor fellow has taken a toss !

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"Jorrocks: A 19th Century Icon of English Humor and Adventure" Step into the world of Jorrocks, a beloved character who captivated readers with his escapades and misadventures. From the pages of "Jorrocks and the Bull" to the thrilling "Jorrocks Hunt, " Surtees brought this lovable rogue to life. Immerse yourself in the rustic charm of a harvest festival, where peasants and farmers gather in a barn adorned with enchanting rustic chandeliers. The air is filled with laughter as they dance joyously, celebrating their bountiful harvest. In another scene straight out of the 19th century, an English grocer enters a dining room, surprising his family with unexpected delights. Their faces light up as they witness his grand entrance, bringing warmth and cheer to their hearts. The illustrations from "Jorrocks Jaunts and Jollities" burst forth in vibrant color lithographs. Each page tells tales that tickle your funny bone while showcasing Jorrocks' hilarious antics. Lose yourself in these whimsical images that transport you back to a time when laughter was abundant. Lady riding side-saddle on a horse stuck in a fence captures both elegance and mishap simultaneously—a comical moment frozen in time. And then there's the gentleman struggling amidst night clothes within a swimming pool at a stately home—his predicament evoking both sympathy and amusement. Finally, we find ourselves immersed in foxhunting at Shipton Moyne, Gloucestershire—an exhilarating pursuit that showcases Jorrocks' zest for adventure. Galloping through picturesque landscapes alongside fellow hunters creates an atmosphere brimming with excitement. Through Surtees' masterful storytelling skills combined with vivid illustrations, Jorrocks becomes more than just a character—he becomes an enduring symbol of humor, wit, and adventure during England's colorful past. Join us on this journey and let Jorrocks enchant you with his jaunts and jollities.