Jacques Laurent Collection

Smithfield Market, London, c1840. Artist: Frederick Christian Lewis
Smithfield Market, London, c1840. A busy scene with prospective buyers examining the horses for sale. A man looks at the hind quarters of a dappled grey shire horse

The Wellesley Grey Arabian Led through the Desert, Jacques-Laurent Agasse, 1767-1849, Swiss

The Chalon Family in London, Jacques-Laurent Agasse, 1767-1849, Swiss

Clouded Leopards Two Clouded Leopards Two Clouded Leopards from Sumatra Inscribed, lower left: " Somatra", Jacques-Laurent Agasse, 1767-1849, Swiss

Tiger in a Cave Tropical Landscape with a Tiger Standing in a Cave, Jacques-Laurent Agasse, 1767-1849, Swiss

Vicunas Three Vicunas The Vicuna The Lama, Alpaca and the Viennia [sic], Jacques-Laurent Agasse, 1767-1849, Swiss

Zebra, Jacques-Laurent Agasse, 1767-1849, Swiss

Guanaco A Male Vicuna, Jacques-Laurent Agasse, 1767-1849, Swiss

Group of Whelps Bred between a Lion and a Tigress A Group of Whelps Bread Between a Lion and a Tigress at Windsor (Liger Cubs) Liger cubs with a terrier

A Ladys Grey Hunter, Jacques-Laurent Agasse, 1767-1849, Swiss

A Grey Pony and a Black Charger in a Stable Signed, lower right: J. L. Agasse"
A Grey Pony and a Black Charger in a Stable Signed, lower right: " J. L. Agasse", Jacques-Laurent Agasse, 1767-1849, Swiss

Old Smithfield Market, London Signed in brown paint, lower left: JLA"
Old Smithfield Market, London Signed in brown paint, lower left: " JLA", Jacques-Laurent Agasse, 1767-1849, Swiss

A Groom Mounted on a Chestnut Hunter, He Holds a Bay Hunter by the Reins, Jacques-Laurent Agasse, 1767-1849, Swiss

Study of a Grey Horse, Jacques-Laurent Agasse, 1767-1849, Swiss

Studies of a Fox, a Barn Owl, a Peahen, and the Head of a Young Man Studies of a Fox, a Barn Owl, a Peahen and a Young Mans Head Signed in black paint, lower right: " J.L.A."

Studies of Flowers Signed and dated, lower left: J
Studies of Flowers Signed and dated, lower left: " J.L.A. 48.", Jacques-Laurent Agasse, 1767-1849, Swiss

Nine Greyhounds in a Landscape Signed, lower right: J
Nine Greyhounds in a Landscape Signed, lower right: " J. L. Agasse", Jacques-Laurent Agasse, 1767-1849, Swiss

Studies of Summer Flowers, Jacques-Laurent Agasse, 1767-1849, Swiss

Lord Riverss Stud Farm, Stratfield Saye Signed in black paint, lower left: J
Lord Riverss Stud Farm, Stratfield Saye Signed in black paint, lower left: " J. L. Agasse", Jacques-Laurent Agasse, 1767-1849, Swiss

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Jacques Laurent: A Master of Animal Portraiture Step into the world of Jacques-Laurent Agasse, a Swiss artist renowned for his exquisite animal paintings. Born in 1767 and passing away in 1849, Agasse left an indelible mark on the art world with his stunning depictions of various creatures. One notable work by Agasse is "An Episode of the White Terror, 1815" (1896), which captures the tumultuous atmosphere during that period. Another masterpiece, "Smithfield Market, London, c1840, " showcases Agasse's ability to bring life to bustling scenes through his brushstrokes. Agasse's talent shines through in "An Incident in the White Terror, 1815" (1895), where he skillfully portrays emotions amidst chaos. His attention to detail is evident in "The Wellesley Grey Arabian Led through the Desert, " transporting viewers to distant lands with its vivid imagery. "The Chalon Family in London" offers a glimpse into Agasse's versatility as an artist. This portrait demonstrates his ability to capture human subjects alongside animals with equal finesse. Agasse's fascination with wildlife extends beyond domesticated creatures. In works like "Clouded Leopards from Sumatra Inscribed" and "Tiger in a Cave Tropical Landscape, " he brings forth the raw power and beauty of these majestic predators. Not limited to feline subjects alone, Agasse also immortalized other exotic animals such as zebras ("Zebra") and guanacos ("Guanaco A Male Vicuna"). Through meticulous brushwork, he conveys their unique characteristics and habitats. One particularly intriguing piece is "Group of Whelps Bred between a Lion and a Tigress. " Here we witness Agasse's curiosity about hybridization within nature itself—a testament to his keen observation skills. Finally, we encounter another side of Agassse's repertoire: equestrian art.