1795 1880 Collection

A View of the Telegraph, Cambridge, 1809. Creator: Richard Dighton (British, 1795-1880)
A View of the Telegraph, Cambridge, 1809

A View of the Royal Exchange, 1824. Creator: Richard Dighton (British, 1795-1880)
A View of the Royal Exchange, 1824

A View of Somerset, 1811. Creator: Richard Dighton (British, 1795-1880)
A View of Somerset, 1811

A View from St. Aldates, Oxford. Creator: Richard Dighton (British, 1795-1880)
A View from St. Aldate s, Oxford

The Hero of the Chase, 1819. Creator: Richard Dighton (British, 1795-1880)
The Hero of the Chase, 1819

A Citizen of the World. Creator: Richard Dighton (British, 1795-1880)
A Citizen of the World

View St. Aldate Oxford Richard Dighton British
A View from St. Aldate s, Oxford. Richard Dighton (British, 1795-1880). Etching, hand colored

Citizen World Richard Dighton British 1795-1880
A Citizen of the World. Richard Dighton (British, 1795-1880). Etching, hand colored

Ireland Scotland Trip Oxford Land Cakes 1807
Ireland in Scotland, or a Trip from Oxford to the Land of Cakes, 1807. Richard Dighton (British, 1795-1880). Etching, hand colored

View Somerset 1811 Richard Dighton British 1795-1880
A View of Somerset, 1811. Richard Dighton (British, 1795-1880). Etching, hand colored

View Royal Exchange 1824 Richard Dighton British
A View of the Royal Exchange, 1824. Richard Dighton (British, 1795-1880). Etching, hand colored

Hero Chase 1819 Richard Dighton British 1795-1880
The Hero of the Chase, 1819. Richard Dighton (British, 1795-1880). Etching, hand colored

View Telegraph Cambridge 1809 Richard Dighton
A View of the Telegraph, Cambridge, 1809. Richard Dighton (British, 1795-1880). Etching, hand colored

Monkey Dandy Monkey-ana Men Miniature July 1828
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Title Page Monkey-ana Men Miniature 1827 Etching
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The Provisional Government of 24th February 1848, 1848 (litho)
XIR162975 The Provisional Government of 24th February 1848, 1848 (litho) by Deveria, Achille (1800-57); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; (add.info.: top row)

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Richard Dighton, a British artist born in 1795 and passed away in 1880, captured the essence of his time through his remarkable artworks. His paintings provide us with glimpses into various aspects of life during the late eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries. In 1809, Dighton painted "A View of the Telegraph, Cambridge, " showcasing the technological advancements of that era. The telegraph was an innovative means of communication that revolutionized long-distance messaging. Moving forward to 1824, we find "A View of the Royal Exchange. " This painting transports us to bustling London streets surrounding this iconic financial hub. Dighton's attention to detail allows us to witness the vibrant atmosphere and architectural grandeur prevalent during this period. Dighton also ventured beyond cityscapes. In his work titled "A View of Somerset" from 1811, he captures rural England's beauty with rolling hills and picturesque landscapes, and is evident that he possessed a keen eye for capturing both urban sophistication and natural splendor. Another notable piece by Dighton is "The Hero of the Chase" from 1819. This artwork portrays a gallant figure on horseback amidst a thrilling hunt scene—a testament to Britain's love for equestrian pursuits during this time. However diverse his subjects may be, one constant theme throughout Dighton's works is his ability to depict people from all walks of life accurately. One such example is seen in "A Citizen of the World, " where he presents an individual who embodies cosmopolitanism—an idea gaining prominence as travel became more accessible. Diving deeper into Richard Dighton's artistic journey reveals further highlights: trips across Ireland and Scotland in 1807; another view from St Aldates in Oxford; even more captivating views like those depicted in Somerset or at Royal Exchange—all created by this talented British artist between 1795-1880.