Henry T Alken Collection

Boxing, early 19th century, (1941). Creator: Henry Thomas Alken
Boxing, early 19th century, (1941). Bare-knuckle fighting. Illustration which originally appeared in " The National Sports of Great Britain" illustrated by Henry Alken. (London, 1821)

Duck Shooting, ca. 1825. Creator: Henry Thomas Alken
Duck Shooting, ca. 1825

Grouse Shooting, ca. 1825. Creator: Henry Thomas Alken
Grouse Shooting, ca. 1825

Partridge Shooting, ca. 1825. Creator: Henry Thomas Alken
Partridge Shooting, ca. 1825

Duck Shooting in Winter, ca. 1825. Creator: Henry Thomas Alken
Duck Shooting in Winter, ca. 1825

Scenes from a steeplechase: Taking a Hedge, ca. 1845. Creator: Henry Thomas Alken
Scenes from a steeplechase: Taking a Hedge; A Steeplechase: Near the Finish, ca. 1845

Scenes from a Steeplechase: The Winner, ca. 1845. Creator: Henry Thomas Alken
Scenes from a Steeplechase: The Winner; A Steeplechase: The Winner, ca. 1845

Scenes From a Steeplechase: Another Hedge, ca. 1845. Creator: Henry Thomas Alken
Scenes From a Steeplechase: Another Hedge; A Steeplechase: Taking a Hedge and Ditch, ca. 1845

Scenes from a steeplechase: Near the Finish, ca. 1845. Creator: Henry Thomas Alken
Scenes from a steeplechase: Near the Finish; A Steeplechase: Another Hedge, ca. 1845

Hunting Scene: The Meet, ca. 1840. Creator: Henry Thomas Alken
Hunting Scene: The Meet; The Belvoir Hunt: The meet, ca. 1840

Hunting Scene: The Kill, ca. 1840. Creator: Henry Thomas Alken
Hunting Scene: The Kill; The Belvoir Hunt: The Death, ca. 1840

Hunting Scene: In Full Cry, ca. 1840. Creator: Henry Thomas Alken
Hunting Scene: In Full Cry; The Belvoir Hunt: Full Cry, ca. 1840

The Quorn Hunt in Full Cry: Second Horses, ca. 1835. Creator: John Dalby
The Quorn Hunt in Full Cry: Second Horses, ca. 1835. after Henry Thomas Alken

Hunting Scene: Drawing the Cover, ca. 1840. Creator: Henry Thomas Alken
Hunting Scene: Drawing the Cover; The Belvoir Hunt: Jumping into and out of a lane, ca. 1840

The Chase of the Roebuck, 1834, (1936). Creators: Henry Thomas Alken, Richard Gibson Reeve
The Chase of the Roebuck, 1834, (1936). From Original Drawings by Walter Parry Hodges of hunting scenes in Dorset. Hunters and hounds pursue a roebuck. Aquatint engraving

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Henry T. Alken: A Master of Sporting Art in the Early 19th Century Step into the world of Henry Thomas Alken, a renowned artist whose brushstrokes captured the essence of sporting activities during the early 19th century. Born in 1785, Alken's passion for depicting scenes from various sports shines through his remarkable works. One glance at his paintings reveals a deep appreciation for boxing, as he skillfully portrays intense moments within the ring. In "Boxing" (1941), Alken showcases the raw power and determination that defined this sport during his time. Alken's talent extended beyond boxing to other popular pastimes of the era. His series on shooting captures both Duck Shooting and Grouse Shooting, dating back to around 1825. With meticulous attention to detail, he transports viewers to picturesque landscapes where hunters aim their guns with precision. In "Scenes from a Steeplechase, " created around 1845, Alken brings horse racing enthusiasts closer to their beloved sport. From riders taking daring leaps over hedges to capturing victorious moments at The Finish line, each painting exudes excitement and adrenaline. The thrill of hunting is another theme that permeates Alken's work. In "Hunting Scene: The Meet" (ca. 1840), he depicts equestrians gathering before embarking on an exhilarating chase through lush countryside terrain. As viewers gaze upon these masterpieces, they can almost hear the baying hounds and feel their hearts race alongside those depicted in full cry or witnessing The Kill. Henry Thomas Alken's artistic prowess lies not only in his ability to capture action-packed moments but also in his attention to minute details - from facial expressions conveying determination or triumphs to meticulously rendered landscapes that transport us back centuries ago. Today, we celebrate Henry T. Alken as one of history's most talented sporting artists who immortalized early 19th-century sports through his brushstrokes.