Henry Martens Collection

Presenting New Colours to the 93rd Highlanders, Oct. 7th, 1834, 1834 (1909). After Henry Martens (c1790-1868). From British Military Prints, by Ralph Nevill. [The Connoisseur, London, 1909]

The 3rd Light Dragoons at Chillienwallah, 1849, 1849 (1909). Artist: John Harris Junior
The 3rd Light Dragoons at Chillienwallah, 1849, 1849 (1909). After Henry Martens (c1790-1868). From British Military Prints, by Ralph Nevill. [The Connoisseur, London, 1909]

Charge of the 16th (Queens Own Lancers) at the Battle of Aliwal, January 28, 1846, 1847 (1909). After Henry Martens (c1790-1868). From British Military Prints, by Ralph Nevill

33rd (1st Yorkshire West Riding) (Review Order), 1855 (1909). Artist: John Harris Junior
33rd (1st Yorkshire West Riding) (Review Order), 1855 (1909). After Henry Martens (c1790-1868). From British Military Prints, by Ralph Nevill. [The Connoisseur, London, 1909]

2nd Life Guards Relieving Guard, 1844 (1909). Artist: James William Giles
2nd Life Guards Relieving Guard, 1844 (1909). After Henry Martens (c1790-1868). From British Military Prints, by Ralph Nevill. [The Connoisseur, London, 1909]

Going to the Review (16th Lancers), 1850 (1909). Artist: John Harris Junior
Going to the Review (16th Lancers), 1850 (1909). After Henry Martens (c1790-1868). From British Military Prints, by Ralph Nevill. [The Connoisseur, London, 1909]

60th (Kings Royal Rifles Corps), c1820-1870, (1909). Artist: John Harris Junior
60th (Kings Royal Rifles Corps), c1820-1870, (1909). After Henry Martens (c1790-1868). From British Military Prints, by Ralph Nevill. [The Connoisseur, London, 1909]

Scots Fusilier Guards, c1820-1870, (1909). Artist: John Harris Junior
Scots Fusilier Guards, c1820-1870, (1909). The Scots Guards (SG), part of the Guards Division, is one of the Foot Guards regiments of the British Army. After Henry Martens (c1790-1868)

60th (Kings Royal Rifles Corps) Winter Dress, Canada, c1820-1870, (1909). Artist: John Harris Junior
60th (Kings Royal Rifles Corps) Winter Dress, Canada, c1820-1870, (1909). After Henry Martens (c1790-1868). From British Military Prints, by Ralph Nevill. [The Connoisseur, London, 1909]

The 93rd (Sutherland) Highlanders (Review Order), c1820-1870, (1909). Artist: John Harris Junior
The 93rd (Sutherland) Highlanders (Review Order), c1820-1870, (1909). After Henry Martens (c1790-1868). From British Military Prints, by Ralph Nevill. [The Connoisseur, London, 1909]

West Essex Yeomanry, 1846 (1909). Artist: John Harris Junior
West Essex Yeomanry, 1846 (1909). The Essex Yeomanry was a regiment of the British Army raised in 1797. It recruited volunteers from the county of Essex in the East of England

Suffolk Yeomanry, 1846 (1909). Artist: John Harris Junior
Suffolk Yeomanry, 1846 (1909). The Duke of Yorks Own Loyal Suffolk Hussars was a Yeomanry regiment of the British Army from 1794 to 1961. After Henry Martens (c1790-1868)

Buckinghamshire Artillery Corps, 1844 (1909). Artist: John Harris Junior
Buckinghamshire Artillery Corps, 1844 (1909). After Henry Martens (c1790-1868). From British Military Prints, by Ralph Nevill. [The Connoisseur, London, 1909]

Rifle Brigade, c19th century, c1820-1870, (1909). Artist: John Harris Junior
Rifle Brigade, c1820-1870, (1909). The Rifle Brigade (Prince Consorts Own) was an infantry rifle regiment of the British Army. After Henry Martens (c1790-1868)

38th (1st Staffordshire), c19th century, (1909). Artists: Unknown, John Harris Junior
38th (1st Staffordshire), c19th century, (1909). After Henry Martens (c1790-1868). From British Military Prints, by Ralph Nevill. [The Connoisseur, London, 1909]

Officer, Bombay Lancers, c1820-1870, (1909). Artist: John Harris Junior
Officer, Bombay Lancers, c1820-1870, (1909). After Henry Martens (c1790-1868). From British Military Prints, by Ralph Nevill. [The Connoisseur, London, 1909]

The 74th Highlanders (now the 2nd Battalion Highland Light Infantry), 1853 (1909). Artist: J Harris
The 74th Highlanders (now the 2nd Battalion Highland Light Infantry), 1853 (1909). From British Military Prints - Connoisseur Extra No. 6 by Ralph Nevill

The Hon. Artillery Company-Officer and Private, 1848, (1914)
The Hon. Artillery Company-Officer and Private, 1848. By J. Harris after Henry Martens (1790-1868). From The Connoisseur Vol. XXXIX [Otto Limited, London, 1914.]

The First Sikh War, India, 1840s, (c1920). The charge of the 16th Lancers at Aliwal, January 1846; the 3rd Kings Own Light Dragoons at Firozshah, December 1845; the 31st Regiment at Mudki

Thirty First Regiment, Battle of Ferozeshah, 2nd Day, 22nd December 1845. Artist: Madeley
Thirty First Regiment, Battle of Ferozeshah, 2nd Day, 22nd December 1845. The Battle of Ferozeshah in the Punjab was a hard-fought battle between the British and the Sikhs

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Henry Martens was a renowned artist who captured the essence of military life in his stunning paintings. In "Presenting New Colours to the 93rd Highlanders, " he immortalized the moment when bravery and tradition merged on October 7th, 1834. The vibrant colors and attention to detail transport us back to that historic day. Martens also depicted the valiant efforts of the 3rd Light Dragoons at Chillienwallah in 1849. Through his brushstrokes, we can almost hear the thunderous hooves and feel their unwavering determination. One cannot help but be captivated by Martens' portrayal of the Charge of the 16th (Queens Own Lancers) at Aliwal. The intensity is palpable as these brave soldiers fearlessly charge into battle on January 28, 1846. In another masterpiece titled "33rd (1st Yorkshire West Riding) (Review Order), " Martens showcases discipline and precision within this esteemed regiment during a review in 1855. His attention to uniformity highlights their unwavering commitment to duty. Martens also collaborated with James William Giles for "2nd Life Guards Relieving Guard" where they beautifully capture an everyday scene filled with camaraderie and professionalism among soldiers in 1844. The painting "Going to the Review (16th Lancers)" transports us back to a bustling campsite in 1850 as soldiers prepare for an important event. Martens' ability to depict movement and energy brings this scene vividly alive. Through his collaboration with John Harris Junior, Martens showcased various regiments such as Scots Fusilier Guards, Kings Royal Rifles Corps, Suffolk Yeomanry, West Essex Yeomanry, each painting capturing unique aspects of military life between c1820-1870. These works serve as a testament not only to his artistic talent but also his dedication towards preserving military history.