Pursuits Collection (page 3)

Mrs Lakin as master of Wexford foxhounds during WWI
Mrs Lakin, acting in the absence of her husband, Captain M. L. Lakin D.S.O, who is at the front with the Hussars. Mrs Lakin was the daughter of the late Lord Maurice Fitzgerald of Johnstown Castle

The Christmas Holiday Meet by H. L. Oakley
A series of silhouettes by H. L. Oakley depicting the meeting of a hunt at Christmas time, from the early start to enjoying the stirrup cup and moving off

Advertisement for Braemar Woollens 1936. This illustration shows two women in riding outfits, advertising high quality wool jumpers for outdoor wear

3rd Earl Spencer - 3
John Charles Spencer (1782 - 1845), third earl SPENCER; here when viscount Althorp. Statesman who despite his preference for country pursuits pursued a valuable political career

3rd Earl Spencer - 4
John Charles Spencer (1782 - 1845), third earl Spencer (previously viscount Althorp. Statesman who despite his preference for country pursuits pursued a valuable political career

Country Course Meeting
Countryfolk at a meet of the Avon Valley Coursing Club (near Salisbury) - he in plus- fours and gaiters with a cloth cap, his companion in high boots and heavy raincoat Date: 1927

Sea trout fishing on Dee side
Sea trout angling on Dee Side. Date: 1927

Burberry for summer sport, 1914
Advertisement for Burberrys of London, placed in The Sketch magazines 5 August 1914 issue, showing four outfits suitable for the pursuits of the season from a yachting gown for Cowes to a shooting

Women acting as Master of Foxhounds, World War I
A meet of the Whaddon Chase Foxhounds at Wing, near Leighton Buzzard showing Mrs Selby Lowndes acting as Master in the absence of her husband, Major Selby Lowndes. Date: 1915

Selfridges cycle advertisement by H. L. Oakley
Delightful advertisement for the cycle department of London department store, Selfridge s, guaranteeing top speeds at low prices and featuring a silhouette of a cyclist zooming downhill by H. L

Andrews Liver Salt advertisement by H. L. Oakley
Advertisement for the health tonic, Andrews Liver Salts, featuring a silhouette by H. L. Oakley depicting two men out shooting with a gun dog. Date: 1926

Hunting, from The Gentlemans Recreation published by Richard Blome
XJF483397 Hunting, from The Gentlemans Recreation published by Richard Blome, 1686 (engraving) by English School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Herne hawking, from The Gentlemans Recreation published by Richard Blome
XJF483402 Herne hawking, from The Gentlemans Recreation published by Richard Blome, 1686 (engraving) by English School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The end of the chase of the stagg, from The Gentlemans Recreation
XJF483399 The end of the chase of the stagg, from The Gentlemans Recreation published by Richard Blome, 1686 (engraving) by English School

Horsmanshipp, from The Gentlemans Recreation published by Richard Blome
XJF483396 Horsmanshipp, from The Gentlemans Recreation published by Richard Blome, 1686 (engraving) by English School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Hawking and Falconry, from The Gentlemans Recreation published by Richard Blome
XJF483398 Hawking and Falconry, from The Gentlemans Recreation published by Richard Blome, 1686 (engraving) by English School

Unharbouring ye Stagg, from The Gentlemans Recreation published by Richard Blome
XJF483388 Unharbouring ye Stagg, from The Gentlemans Recreation published by Richard Blome, 1686 (engraving) by English School

Stagg takeing soyle, from The Gentlemans Recreation published by Richard Blome
XJF483394 Stagg takeing soyle, from The Gentlemans Recreation published by Richard Blome, 1686 (engraving) by English School

Fox Hunting, from The Gentlemans Recreation published by Richard Blome
XJF483386 Fox Hunting, from The Gentlemans Recreation published by Richard Blome, 1686 (engraving) by English School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Maning hawks, from The Gentlemans Recreation published by Richard Blome
XJF483381 Maning hawks, from The Gentlemans Recreation published by Richard Blome, 1686 (engraving) by English School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Horse Racing, from The Gentlemans Recreation published by Richard Blome
XJF483380 Horse Racing, from The Gentlemans Recreation published by Richard Blome, 1686 (engraving) by English School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

A keeper choosing out of the herd a fat buck to be shot and run down, from The
XJF483377 A keeper choosing out of the herd a fat buck to be shot and run down, from The Gentlemans Recreation published by Richard Blome, 1686 (engraving) by English School

Brook hawking, from The Gentlemans Recreation published by Richard Blome
XJF483378 Brook hawking, from The Gentlemans Recreation published by Richard Blome, 1686 (engraving) by English School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The death of the hare with the fleet hounds, from The Gentlemans Recreation
XJF483371 The death of the hare with the fleet hounds, from The Gentlemans Recreation published by Richard Blome, 1686 (engraving) by English School

Hunting the Wild Boar, from The Gentlemans Recreation published by Richard Blome
XJF483374 Hunting the Wild Boar, from The Gentlemans Recreation published by Richard Blome, 1686 (engraving) by English School

Stalking, from The Gentlemans Recreation published by Richard Blome
XJF483352 Stalking, from The Gentlemans Recreation published by Richard Blome, 1686 (engraving) by English School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Stalking wild fowl)

Taking birds with a net, from The Gentlemans Recreation published by Richard Blome
XJF483367 Taking birds with a net, from The Gentlemans Recreation published by Richard Blome, 1686 (engraving) by English School

Pearching the Pheasant, from The Gentlemans Recreation published by Richard Blome
XJF483366 Pearching the Pheasant, from The Gentlemans Recreation published by Richard Blome, 1686 (engraving) by English School

Coursing with Greyhounds, from The Gentlemans Recreation published by Richard Blome
XJF483364 Coursing with Greyhounds, from The Gentlemans Recreation published by Richard Blome, 1686 (engraving) by English School

Painting, from The Gentlemans Recreation published by Richard Blome
XJF483362 Painting, from The Gentlemans Recreation published by Richard Blome, 1686 (engraving) by English School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Navigation, from The Gentlemans Recreation published by Richard Blome
XJF483360 Navigation, from The Gentlemans Recreation published by Richard Blome, 1686 (engraving) by English School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Setting Dog and Partridges, from The Gentlemans Recreation published
XJF483361 The Setting Dog and Partridges, from The Gentlemans Recreation published by Richard Blome, 1686 (engraving) by English School

A guide to fishing and angling, from The Gentlemans Recreation published
XJF483358 A guide to fishing and angling, from The Gentlemans Recreation published by Richard Blome, 1686 (engraving) by English School

Shooting Flying, from The Gentlemans Recreation published by Richard Blome
XJF483357 Shooting Flying, from The Gentlemans Recreation published by Richard Blome, 1686 (engraving) by English School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Game shooting)

Fishing, from The Gentlemans Recreation published by Richard Blome
XJF483356 Fishing, from The Gentlemans Recreation published by Richard Blome, 1686 (engraving) by English School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Showing ye Bucke head to the hounds and rewarding them, from The Gentleman s
XJF483353 Showing ye Bucke head to the hounds and rewarding them, from The Gentlemans Recreation published by Richard Blome, 1686 (engraving) by English School

Hunting the Otter, from The Gentlemans Recreation published by Richard Blome
XJF483355 Hunting the Otter, from The Gentlemans Recreation published by Richard Blome, 1686 (engraving) by English School

The Stagg at Bay, from The Gentlemans Recreation published by Richard Blome
XJF483351 The Stagg at Bay, from The Gentlemans Recreation published by Richard Blome, 1686 (engraving) by English School

Earthing the Fox, illustration from The Gentlemans Recreation published
XJF483349 Earthing the Fox, illustration from The Gentlemans Recreation published by Richard Blome, 1686 (engraving) by English School

Saturn, c. 1464 (engraving)
XJF618971 Saturn, c.1464 (engraving) by Baldini, Baccio (c.1436-87); Private Collection; (add.info.: Saturn rides a chariot across the sky drawn by a two-headed dragon)

Mercury, c. 1464 (engraving)
XJF1127536 Mercury, c.1464 (engraving) by Baldini, Baccio (c.1436-87); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mercury rides a chariot drawn by two eagles)

Scenes of Various Sporting Pursuits: Painted on a Set of Eighteen Victorian Lacquer Buttons, in Two Sized, in Tartan Covered Case

Rabbit Shooting in the Spinney Date: 1905

Mary Somerville (born Fairfax) (1780-1872), Scottish scientific writer, born in Jedburgh. After she was widowed in 1807she had the opportunity to study mathematics and astronomy

SALVADOR CARMONA, Manuel (1734-1820); CARNICERO
" SALVADOR CARMONA, Manuel (1734-1820); CARNICERO, Antonio (1748-1814). The character and pursuits of the famous gentleman Don Quixote. 1780

Blackberrying

Hunstman blows his horn and the chase begins. The Foxhound head off after the target prey to the sound of " Tally Ho!" from the hunters. Date: circa 1910s

Fox Hunt - Hunstman chatting up a Milkmaid
A pause on the Fox Hunt - A mounted Hunstman chats up a pretty Milkmaid. The hounds seem less interested... Date: circa 1910s

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"Pursuits: A Glimpse into the Adventurous Spirit of Life" Setting off on a Fox Hunt - leaving the Chateau, an exhilarating chase awaits as riders and hounds unite in pursuit of their quarry. The thrill of the hunt echoes through the countryside. In "The Days Work" by Muriel Dawson, we witness individuals dedicated to their craft, pouring their heart and soul into every task. Their relentless pursuit of excellence is truly inspiring. A Territorial Army Poster reminds us that some they can not just for personal gain but for serving a greater purpose. These brave men and women embody dedication and sacrifice in defense of our nation. "The Gun Who Picked up his Bird" by H. M. Bateman captures the essence of determination as a hunter retrieves his prized catch. It symbolizes how perseverance can lead to success even in challenging circumstances. Dorothy Pilley, an English climber in Glacier National Park, epitomizes courage and resilience against nature's mightiest challenges. Her pursuit of conquering mountains showcases human strength amidst breathtaking landscapes. Through "Silhouettes of the Chase" by H. L. Oakley, we glimpse at equestrians galloping across fields with unwavering passion. The chase becomes more than just a sport; it becomes an expression of freedom and unity between horse and rider. Essex Union hunt takes us back to 1937 when Canewdon Church stood proudly amidst marshes along River Crouch—a testament to tradition preserved through generations who pursued adventure within these serene surroundings. Witnessing Queen Elizabeth II at Badminton Horse Trials reveals her love for equestrian pursuits – her regal presence blending seamlessly with equine elegance while embracing thrilling competition. Surf riding at Muizenburg on Cape Coast unleashes adrenaline-fueled joy as wave enthusiasts pursue ultimate thrills atop crashing waves—embracing nature's power while surrendering themselves to its embrace.