Samuel Alken Collection

Courtship in High and Low Life, n.d. Creator: Samuel Alken
Courtship in High and Low Life, n.d

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

The Married Man. Creator: Samuel Alken
The Married Man

The Bachelor. Creator: Samuel Alken
The Bachelor

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

Hunters at Covertside, early 19th century, (1929). Artist: James Pollard
Hunters at Covertside, early 19th century, (1929). After Samuel Alken (1756-1815). From The Story of British Sporting Prints, by Captain Frank Siltzer. [Halton & Truscott Smith, Ltd, London, 1929]

A French Family, 1790. Artist: Samuel Alken
A French Family, 1790. An anti-French view of our continental cousins: a dog wearing clothes, a man with an effete hairstyle, a child showing her legs

Drawings Prints, Print, Consultation, Artist publisher, Artist, Samuel Alken, Thomas Rowlandson
Drawings and Prints, Print, The Consultation, Artist and publisher, Artist, After, Samuel Alken, Thomas Rowlandson, British, London 1756-1815, British, London 1757-1827 London, Alken, Samuel

Drawings Prints, Print, Benevolence, Artist, Samuel Alken, Thomas Rowlandson, British
Drawings and Prints, Print, Benevolence, Artist, After, Samuel Alken, Thomas Rowlandson, British, London 1756-1815, British, London 1757-1827 London, Alken, Samuel, Rowlandson, Thomas, 1756, 1757

Art, Scaling, Samuel Alken, British, London 1756-1815, Thomas Rowlandson, British
Art of Scaling, Samuel Alken (British, London 1756-1815), After Thomas Rowlandson (British, London 1757-1827 London), 1791

Drawings Prints, Print, Too Many Jew, Artist, Publisher, Thomas Rowlandson, Samuel Alken
Drawings and Prints, Print, Too Many for a Jew, Artist, Publisher, Thomas Rowlandson, Samuel Alken, British, London 1757-1827 London, British, London 1756-1815, Rowlandson, Thomas, Alken, Samuel

Drawings Prints, Print, Nap Country, Town, Artist, Publisher, Thomas Rowlandson, Samuel Alken
Drawings and Prints, Print, Nap in the Country, Nap in Town, Artist, Publisher, Thomas Rowlandson, Samuel Alken, British, London 1757-1827 London, British, London 1756-1815, Rowlandson, Thomas

Drawings Prints, Print, Courtship Low Life, Artist, Thomas Rowlandson, Samuel Alken
Drawings and Prints, Print, Courtship in Low Life, Artist, After, Thomas Rowlandson, Samuel Alken, British, London 1757-1827 London, British, London 1756-1815, Rowlandson, Thomas, Alken, Samuel

Drawings Prints, Print, Botheration, Publisher, Artist, William Hinton, Thomas Rowlandson
Drawings and Prints, Print, Botheration, Publisher, Artist, After, William Hinton, Thomas Rowlandson, Samuel Alken, British, active London, 1779-86, British, London 1757-1827 London, British

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Samuel Alken, a renowned artist and creator, left an indelible mark on the world of art with his captivating works. Born in Crawley on June 1, 1790, he embarked on an excursion to Brighthelmstone that would shape his artistic journey. One of Alken's notable creations was "The Married Man, " a masterpiece that delved into the complexities of matrimony. With keen observation and skillful strokes, he captured the essence of married life like no other. Similarly, "The Bachelor" series showcased Alken's ability to depict the joys and struggles faced by single men during December 28, 1787. In October 1788, Alken unveiled "Studious Gluttons, " a thought-provoking piece that explored society's obsession with indulgence while neglecting intellectual pursuits. This work demonstrated his versatility as an artist who dared to challenge societal norms through his art. Throughout his career, Samuel Alken continued to push boundaries and experiment with various themes. His "Side Box Sketches" from June 5th, 1786 revealed glimpses into everyday life through quick sketches filled with charm and wit. Alken's talent extended beyond mere illustrations; he also excelled in capturing action-packed scenes such as "Art of Scaling" in 1792. Through this artwork, he showcased not only technical prowess but also conveyed a sense of adventure and thrill. As time passed, Alken remained attuned to society's changing mores and values. In December 1799 came "O Tempora O Mores. " - a poignant reflection on the state of affairs during those turbulent times. This creation served as both social commentary and testament to Alken's ability to capture emotions within brushstrokes. Amongst his earlier works was "Courtship in Low Life, " created on December 15th, 1785 - a vivid portrayal of love amidst the struggles of everyday life.