William Samuel Collection

Waterfall on Clapgate Beck, near Richmond, York, late 18th-early 19th century. Creator
Waterfall on Clapgate Beck, near Richmond, York, late 18th-early 19th century. River view in North Yorkshire

A Group of Stags Drinking, 1784-88. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson
A Group of Stags Drinking, 1784-88

Hounds Hunting a Stag, 1784-88. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson
Hounds Hunting a Stag, 1784-88

Landscape with Two Fishermen Climbing Rocks Next to a Waterfall, 1784-88

Quarterly Dunns, or Clamorous Tax Gatherers, February 3, 1805. February 3, 1805
Quarterly Dunns, or Clamorous Tax Gatherers, February 3, 1805

A Snip in a Rage, July 1, 1802. July 1, 1802. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson
A Snip in a Rage, July 1, 1802

The Corporal in Good Quarters, July 18, 1802. July 18, 1802. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson
The Corporal in Good Quarters, July 18, 1802

Woodcock Shooting, (1941). Creator: Unknown
Woodcock Shooting, (1941). Men and their dogs hunting birds in the English countryside. Engraving after Samuel Howitt. From " British Sport", by Eric Parker. [Collins, London, 1941]

Duck Shooting, 1810. Creator: Samuel Howitt
Duck Shooting, 1810. Hunter and his dogs pursuing wild ducks in a marsh. [Ackermann, London, 1810]

Woodcock Shooting, 1819. Creator: Samuel Howitt
Woodcock Shooting, 1819. Hunter with gun dogs. [J. Booth, 1819]

Orange Market, Bombay, c1910 (1935). Artist: William Samuel Horton
Orange Market, Bombay, c1910 (1935). From The Studio Volume 109. [The Offices of the Studio, London, 1935]

The Winter Sun, c1885-1925, (1925)
The Winter Sun. After an oil Painting by William Samuel Horton (1865-1936). From The Studio Volume 89 [London Offices of the Studio, London, 1925]

The Queen, with the Prince of Wales, the Princess Royal and the Princess Alice, in 1862, c1862, (1901). Queen Victoria (1819-1901), with Edward Prince of Wales (1841-1910)

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William Samuel was a versatile artist who captured the beauty of nature and the excitement of hunting in his paintings. In his masterpiece, "Waterfall on Clapgate Beck, " he transports us to late 18th-early 19th century Yorkshire, where we can almost hear the soothing sound of water cascading down the rocks. In another work titled "A Group of Stags Drinking, " created by Thomas Rowlandson but possibly inspired by William Samuel's observations, we witness the majesty of these magnificent creatures as they quench their thirst. The scene is alive with energy and grace. Rowlandson also collaborated with Samuel on "Hounds Hunting a Stag. " This dynamic painting captures the thrill and intensity of a hunt, showcasing both man and beast in pursuit. It serves as a testament to Samuel's ability to bring action to life on canvas. Samuel's landscapes were equally captivating. In "Landscape with Two Fishermen Climbing Rocks Next to a Waterfall, " he combines natural elements seamlessly, transporting us into an idyllic world where fishermen brave treacherous terrain for their catch. Moving away from wildlife scenes, Samuel showcased his satirical side through works like "Quarterly Dunns" and "A Snip in a Rage. " These humorous pieces provide insight into society during that time period while highlighting Samuel's keen eye for detail and wit. "The Corporal in Good Quarters" continues this theme, offering a glimpse into military life with its comedic portrayal. Through expressive characters and lively compositions, Samuel brings laughter to viewers' faces. Not limited solely to painting animals or satire, it also depicted popular sports such as woodcock shooting and duck shooting. His attention to detail shines through in these works by capturing not only the thrill but also the atmosphere surrounding these activities. Branching out even further from traditional subjects, William ventured into depicting everyday life scenes like Bombay's bustling Orange Market. With vibrant colors and meticulous brushstrokes, he transports us to a different time and place.