Wildfowling Collection

Wildfowler shooting ducks, Kent, winter, UK (with Springer Spaniel dog)

Wild Fowl Shooting, 1858. Creator: Unknown
Wild Fowl Shooting, 1858. The most numerous class of our wild-fowl visitors from the Arctic shores is the brent or black goose...The white geese are generally considered to consist of four different

Wooded Landscape with a Wildfowler by a Stream, 1646. Creator: Anon
Wooded Landscape with a Wildfowler by a Stream, 1646

Wildfowling in a Pneumatic Boat
Wildfowlers on Lake Keuka at Hammondsport, New York State, using a recent innovation in water-craft construction - the inflatable pneumatic boat. Date: circa 1924

Studies in freehand piping in colours, on cake (colour litho)
5998356 Studies in freehand piping in colours, on cake (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Studies in freehand piping in colours, on cakes)

Wooded Landscape with Watermill, c. 1665 (oil on canvas)
488193 Wooded Landscape with Watermill, c.1665 (oil on canvas) by Hobbema, Meindert (1638-1709); 100.01 x 133.99 cm; Minneapolis Institute of Arts, MN

Aquatic cycle (engraving)
669474 Aquatic cycle (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Aquatic cycle. Illustration from The Picture Magazine (George Newnes), 1894

Snipe-Shooting, 1886. Creators: Dr Peter Henry Emerson, Thomas Frederick Goodall
Snipe-Shooting, 1886

The Fowlers Return, 1886. Creators: Dr Peter Henry Emerson, Thomas Frederick Goodall
The Fowlers Return, 1886

Gunner Working Up to Fowl, 1886. Creators: Dr Peter Henry Emerson
Gunner Working Up to Fowl, 1886

Crowland Abbey, c1833, (c1900). Creator: Unknown
Crowland Abbey, c1833, (c1900). Landscape in Lincolnshire, with men punting in the foreground, fishing or wildfowling nets spread out, and the Abbey in the distance

Duck Hunting, 1905. Artist: Tichmenev, Evgeny Alexandrovich (1869-1934)
Duck Hunting, 1905. Found in the collection of the Regional Art Museum, Kirovohrad

The Hunters. Artist: Pokhitonov, Ivan Pavlovich (1850-1923)
The Hunters. Found in the collection of the State Art Museum of the Dagestan Republic, Makhatchkala

Lincolnshire Duck Decoy, c1845. Front and end views of the netted tunnel. Wild duck were decoyed into the mouth of the net covering a curving ditch or pipe

The Swan, Goose and Duck, c1850. Artist: Benjamin Waterhouse Hawkins
The Swan, Goose and Duck, c1850. The central image is of the three different birds. Surrounding vignettes show (clockwise from top left)

Duck, Geese and Swans. Wildfowling: Farmyard: Food: Swansdown trimming: Quill pen: Feather bed: Ornamental waterfowl. Hand-coloured lithograph by Waterhouse Hawkins published London c.1850

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Wildfowling, a cherished tradition in the UK, takes enthusiasts on thrilling adventures through the picturesque landscapes of Kent during winter. With their trusty Springer Spaniel by their side, wildfowlers embark on exhilarating hunts for ducks, immersing themselves in nature's beauty. One popular method employed by these skilled hunters is wildfowler shooting from pneumatic boats. Gliding silently across tranquil waters, they navigate through reeds and marshes to get closer to their elusive targets. The combination of strategy and precision makes this sport an art form that captivates both participants and spectators alike. In between hunting expeditions, some wildfowlers indulge in creative pursuits such as freehand piping on cakes. These intricate designs showcase their artistic talents while celebrating their passion for the outdoors. Similarly, paintings like "Wooded Landscape with Watermill" transport us to idyllic scenes where we can almost hear the soothing sound of flowing water. Exploring different mediums of expression, engravings like "Aquatic Cycle" depict the interconnectedness between humans and nature's aquatic wonders. This artwork serves as a reminder of our responsibility to preserve these delicate ecosystems for future generations. Historical photographs like "Snipe-Shooting, " "The Fowlers Return, " and "Gunner Working Up to Fowl" provide glimpses into past eras when wildfowling was not only a sport but also a way of life. These images capture moments frozen in time - tales waiting to be told about camaraderie among fellow hunters or stories shared around roaring fires after successful outings. Architecture also plays its part in this narrative; Crowland Abbey stands tall as an emblematic structure that has witnessed countless generations engaging in this age-old pursuit. Its timeless presence adds depth and significance to the rich history surrounding wildfowling.