Robert The Elder Collection

A Blenkinsop Locomotive at a Yorkshire Colliery, 1814, (1945). Creator: Unknown
A Blenkinsop Locomotive at a Yorkshire Colliery, 1814, (1945). Man smoking a pipe, and a Blenkinsop steam locomotive at Middleton colliery near Leeds, West Yorkshire

The Horse Guards & Melbourne House, c1821. Creators: Robert Havell, Robert Havell
The Horse Guards & Melbourne House, c1821. After R.Havell & Son

Royal Mail Coach, 19th century, (1907). Artist: Robert Havell
Royal Mail Coach. After James Pollard (1792-1867). From The Connoisseur Vol. XVIII [Otto Limited, London, 1907.]

The Valley of the Jumna Showing the Two Grand Peaks of Bunder Punch, 1946. Creators
The Valley of the Jumna Showing the Two Grand Peaks of Bunder Punch, 1820, (1946). View over the Himalayas in northern India, showing the Bandarpunch (or Bandarpoonch) massif

The Tower of London, c1821. Creator: Robert Havell
The Tower of London, c1821. After R.Havell & Son. The Tower of London was founded towards the end of 1066 as part of the Norman Conquest of England

Water craft on the River Thames with Vauxhall Bridge in the distance, London, 1821. In the foreground a figure in a boat is gathering in a fishing net

Holland House, Kensington, London, 1817. Artist: Robert Havell
Holland House, Kensington, London, 1817

Geometrical landscape of the River Thames, 1828. Artist: Robert Havell
Geometrical landscape of the River Thames, 1828. Geometrical landscape with tables of the relative altitudes from the high water mark of the River Thames to the principal public and other edifices

Scene of Honourable Artillery Company, City Road, Finsbury, Islington, London, 1829
Scene of Honourable Artillery Company passing in review before Prince Augustus Frederick, Duke of Sussex, at the Artillery Ground, City Road, Finsbury, Islington, London, 1829

View of London, 1816. Artist: Robert Havell
View of London from the New Customs House, 1816; showing the River Thames in the foreground with ships, boats and barges on it

Cloth Dressers, 1814. Artist: Robert Havell
Cloth Dressers, 1814. From Costume of Yorkshire by George Walker

Blenkinsop steam locomotive at Middleton colliery near Leeds, West Yorkshire, 1814. From Costume of Yorkshire by George Walker, 1814

Grand Conventional Festival of the Britons, 1815. Artist: Robert Havell
Grand Conventional Festival of the Britons, 1815. A large gathering at Stonehenge

Thirty-Third Regiment, c1814 (1909). Artists: Robert Havell, Daniel Havell
Thirty-Third Regiment, c1814 (1909). After George Walker (1781-1856). From British Military Prints, by Ralph Nevill. [The Connoisseur, London, 1909]

Dudgrove double lock above Lechlade, Thames and Severn Canal, 1814. Artist: William Bernard Cooke
Dudgrove double lock above Lechlade, Thames and Severn Canal, 1814. Dudgrove, about 3/4 mile from the Thames, was the second pound lock on the canal from where it connected with the river

Child factory workers, 1814. Artist: Robert Havell
Child factory workers, 1814. Two children in aprons, carrying baskets. Behind them is a textile mill where they work. Plate XXXVI from The Costume of Yorkshire illustrated by a series of forty

Druids, 1815. Artist: Robert Havell
Druids, 1815. An Arch-Druid (right) crowned with oak leaves, holding a sceptre. The other druid holds a crescent (Caed-Rai-Re) representing the first quarter of the Moon

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"Robert the Elder: A Journey through Time and Art" Step into the world of Robert Havell, a talented artist whose works spanned various subjects and landscapes. From capturing the power of a Blenkinsop Locomotive at a Yorkshire Colliery in 1814 to depicting the grandeur of The Horse Guards & Melbourne House in c1821, Havell's art transports us to different eras. In 1946, he mesmerized viewers with "The Valley of the Jumna Showing the Two Grand Peaks of Bunder Punch, " showcasing his ability to bring distant lands to life on canvas. And who could forget his stunning portrayal of The Tower of London in c1821? Havell's attention to detail immerses us in historical moments. His mastery extended beyond architecture as well. In 1821, he captured watercraft gracefully gliding along the River Thames with Vauxhall Bridge standing tall in the distance. Meanwhile, Holland House in Kensington became an enchanting subject for him in 1817. Havell's talent truly shines through his geometrical landscape depiction of the River Thames from 1828. His meticulous brushstrokes create a captivating scene that invites viewers to explore every nook and cranny. Not limited to landscapes alone, Havell also delved into scenes that showcased London's vibrant culture. In 1829, he portrayed an honorable artillery company gathering at City Road—a testament to his ability to capture both people and places. Throughout his career, Havell painted numerous views of London—each one unique and evocative. One such example is his breathtaking "View of London" from 1816; it allows us a glimpse into bustling city life during that time. But perhaps one of Havell's most intriguing works is "Cloth Dressers" from 1814—a piece that offers insight into forgotten trades and crafts while highlighting their importance within society. Lastly, we cannot overlook Havell's fascination with steam locomotives.