Sheppard Collection

Anatomy of a greyhound
Anatomical drawing of the muscles of a greyhound, precisely labelled

Skeleton of a greyhound
Detailed anatomical drawing by Raymond Sheppard in pen and ink of the skeleton of a greyhound, with bones fully labelled

Hannibal crossing the Alps
Hannibal and his army crosses the Alps - an epic overland journey from Carthage to Italy during the Second Punic War in Italy (218-203 BC). Two of Hannibals war elephants are pictured

Young Golden Cocker Spaniel
Sketches of a young Golden Cocker Spaniel puppy (aged 3-4 months) sitting and running. Pencil / crayon drawings by Raymond Sheppard

Group photo, Jubilee Singers of Fisk University, USA
Group photo of the Jubilee Singers of Fisk University, Nashville, Tennessee, USA. They were an African-American a cappella ensemble who toured

An angry Grizzly Bear
Enraged Grizzly Bear snarling and raising a dangerous-looking paw. Pastel sketch by Raymond Sheppard

Gypsy caravan and trap in a wood clearing. Pen & ink with watercolour wash sketch by Raymond Sheppard

A Tiger approaches
A fantastic picture of a large male Tiger approaching with menace. Pastel drawing by Raymond Sheppard

Hannibal and his army crosses the Alps - an epic overland journey from Carthage to Italy during the Second Punic War in Italy (218-203 BC). Two of Hannibals war elephants are pictured

Suicide on the Little Big Horn. Custers Last Stand in 1876 when he led the 7th Cavalry Regiment of the United States Army into battle with the Lakota

Ploughing a field
A farmer operating a hand plough, pulled by a team of two white horses. Watercolour painting by Raymond Sheppard

The Old Man and the Sea
Illustration by Raymond Sheppard to The Old Man and the Sea - a novella by Ernest Hemingway, written in Cuba in 1951. The story focuses on Santiago

Heavy horses pull a Timber Wagon uphill. Painting by Raymond Sheppard

A clinker rowing boat
A watercolour sketch of a clinker rowing boat by Raymond Sheppard

Three turtles swimming underwater. Watercolour painting by Raymond Sheppard

Farm scene - Painting by Raymond Sheppard
A winding muddy track leading toward a farmyard, barns and farm buildings. Watercolour painting by Raymond Sheppard

Rhinos attack a Lion
Curse of the Great White Rhino. Two rhinos charge and attack a Lion. Pen and Ink (with wash) preliminary sketch by Raymond Sheppard

Poster advertising Norway, showing a pretty milkmaid with a yoke and two buckets. 20th century

The Old Man and the Sea
Illustration by Raymond Sheppard to The Old Man and the Sea - a novella by Ernest Hemingway, written in Cuba in 1951. The story focuses on Santiago

Large male lion sleeping. A study in pencil and conte crayon by Raymond Sheppard

Girl painting at table
A young girls sits at a table painting in her sketchbook. Watercolour study by Raymond Sheppard

A Barn Owl hunting a rat. Pen & ink illustration by Raymond Sheppard

Boy collecting apples
A smiling, happy boy amongst the orchard trees, collecting the fallen shiny English apples in a wooden box. Painting by Raymond Sheppard

Gateway, Clare College, Cambridge
An etching which shows an ornate iron gateway entrance to Clare College, Cambridge, founded in 1326, by Richard Badew. Date: circa 1920

The Long, Long Drift
Illustration by Raymond Sheppard to an article entitled: The Long, Long Drift by John Prebble, relating to the The Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition of 1914-17

Grandfather welcomes his Granddaughter
A Grandfather, fishing in the shade of a tree by a quiet pool, welcomes his Granddaughter with open arms. Watercolour painting by Raymond Sheppard

Hay bales in the evening light
A view of a field with stacked bales of hay in the evening light. Pencil and watercolour sketch by Raymond Sheppard

Highwaymen / Redington
Redingtons horses: famous highwaymen including: Tom King, Captain Hawk, Jack Sheppard, Claude Duval, Captain Macheath & Sixteen String Jack

Anvil Cliff, 1872. Creator: William Ludwell Sheppard
Anvil Cliff, 1872. Rock formation on the New River, Virginia, USA:the rugged, riven, and weird Anvil Cliff lifts its awful but not repulsive front....the height of which

Two schoolboys in a wood
Illustration showing two schoolboys in a wood, finding a notice on a tree: Beware of the Wolves

Brumas Polar Bear
Brumas the polar bear cub at London Zoo, only a few weeks old

Down the Severn in a Sheep Trough. A boy paddles a raft he has built from a sheep trough and two barrels

Dodo - profile and rear studies
Two studies of the Dodo (Raphus cucullatus) - a flightless bird endemic to the Indian Ocean island of Mauritius, extinct since the mid-to-late 17th century

Tiger attempting to reach big game hunter
A Tiger attempts to get at a big game hunter, sat rather precariously on a tree branch

Chimpanzees in the African jungle, knuckle-walking, swinging from creepers and generally monkeying around! Painting by Raymond Sheppard

Southbourne beach. Watercolour painting by Raymond Sheppard

Raymond Sheppard (self-portrait)
Raymond Sheppard - self-portrait in oil

Boy sitting and reading
A young boy sits on a pouffe reading a book. Pastel sketch by Raymond Sheppard

Leopard lying on a ledge

Girl in Ballet shoes
A young girl seated on a small mat, wearing her ballet shoes and wearing her hair in bunches. Pencil sketch by Raymond Sheppard

Studies of a hare
Pencil studies of a hare by Raymond Sheppard

Reindeer with impressive antlers
A male Reindeer with impressive antlers. Pencil drawing by Raymond Sheppard

Two Ravens on a snowy perch
A Raven preens his wing feathers on a snowy branch. Watercolour painting by Raymond Sheppard

A Pig rears up out of a small pen. Pen and Ink (with watercolour)drawing by Raymond Sheppard

A Zebra
A highly-detailed pencil drawing of a Zebra by Raymond Sheppard

Hughes XF-11 44-70156, 2nd proto Type. First flight 5 April 1947 by Howard Hughes. Arrived at Eglin Field, Florida, in December 1948 from Wright Field, Ohio

The Chickahominy, 1872. Creator: William Wellstood
The Chickahominy, 1872. River in eastern Virginia, USA: The Chickahominy is the chosen abode of all the known varieties of " varmints" of that region

Glory of the Sea, clipper ship, painting by Warren Sheppard Date: 1927

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"Sheppard: A Captivating Journey Through Time and Nature" Step into the world of Sheppard, where the captivating anatomy of a greyhound reveals its graceful agility. The skeleton of this magnificent creature showcases the intricate framework that supports its impressive speed. Like Hannibal crossing the Alps, a young golden Cocker Spaniel embarks on an adventurous journey, full of curiosity and boundless energy. Its playful spirit mirrors that of the Gypsy caravan and trap, always ready to explore new horizons. In a group photo, we witness the harmonious voices of Jubilee Singers from Fisk University in the USA. Their powerful melodies echo through time, reminding us of resilience and unity amidst adversity. An angry grizzly bear stands tall as if challenging all who dare cross its path. Meanwhile, a tiger approaches with stealthy grace - both embodying strength and untamed beauty in their own unique ways. Just as Hannibal led his army across treacherous terrain, Sheppard takes us on an expedition through history's most remarkable events. From witnessing suicide on Little Big Horn to heavy horses valiantly pulling timber wagons uphill - each moment unfolds like chapters in an epic tale. Yet amidst these grand spectacles lies simplicity too; ploughing a field symbolizes hard work and dedication to nurturing life's abundance. It reminds us that even amidst great conquests or struggles for survival, there is beauty in tending to our roots. Sheppard invites you to immerse yourself in this extraordinary tapestry woven with threads from nature's wonders and human triumphs alike. Let your imagination roam free as you embark on this captivating journey through time – one that will leave you inspired by both sheer power and delicate intricacies found within our world.