Trackers Collection

The Mountain Hunt, 1917 (oil on canvas)
CH202346 The Mountain Hunt, 1917 (oil on canvas) by Johnson, Frank Tenney (1874-1939); Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; American, out of copyright

Aborigine trackers working for the police force, Australia -- Leo (above) and Paddy (below). Date: circa 1900s

Mounted aborigine police with white officer, Queensland, Australia. Date: circa 1900s

Mounted police constable and aborigine trackers on patrol
Mounted police constable and aborigine trackers starting out on a patrol. circa 1900s

Chinese boat-trackers refreshing 1837
Chinese boat-trackers resting, before going back on the canals and rivers. Date: 1837

The Rising in Somaliland (litho)
1593817 The Rising in Somaliland (litho) by Woodville, Richard Caton II (1856-1927) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Rising in Somaliland, Trackers following the Spoor)

The Reverse in Somaliland, Scenes of Expeditionary Warfare (litho)
1601155 The Reverse in Somaliland, Scenes of Expeditionary Warfare (litho) by Woodville, Richard Caton II (1856-1927) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Reverse in Somaliland)

With the Black Trackers, Victoria, Australia (engraving)
1054665 With the Black Trackers, Victoria, Australia (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: With the Black Trackers, Victoria, Australia)

With Mr Pritchard-Morgans Expedition in Szechuan (b / w photo)
1599067 With Mr Pritchard-Morgans Expedition in Szechuan (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: With Mr Pritchard-Morgans Expedition in Szechuan)

Sir Charles Warrens new criminal trackers: Mr Broughs bloodhounds being trained (engraving)
607218 Sir Charles Warrens new criminal trackers: Mr Broughs bloodhounds being trained (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Louisiana indians tracking their enemy, c. 1811 (coloured engraving)
CHT174197 Louisiana indians tracking their enemy, c.1811 (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Tiger Hunting in Malaya
An English Colonial genteman with his prize bag following a Tiger Hunt in Malaya Date: 1911

Picture No. 11981736
Native trackers skinning a lion in Belgian Congo, old postcard probably 1930s Date:

Lanner Falcon (Falco biarmicus) adult, in flight, with telemetry transmitter, captive

Lualenyi Game Reserve, near Tsavo National Park, Kenya, East Africa, Africa

The Prince of Wales after Shooting his First Tiger, 1877
Engraving showing the Prince of Wales, later Edward VII, standing by the first tiger he had shot, during his tour of India. Surrounding him are a number of trackers

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"Exploring the World Through Trackers: A Glimpse into Lord Macartney's Embassy to China and Beyond" In this captivating collection of 278 drawings, we are transported to various landscapes, coastlines, costumes, and everyday life through the lens of trackers. These skilled individuals navigate through rainy weather with unwavering determination, capturing the essence of their surroundings. One particular artwork titled "The Mountain Hunt" takes us on an exhilarating journey as oil paints bring to life the thrill of tracking in pursuit of prey. The intensity is palpable as we witness nature's raw beauty intertwined with man's quest for adventure. Venturing across continents, we encounter aborigine trackers working alongside Australia's police force. In a harmonious display of cooperation and unity, mounted aborigine police officers join forces with white officers in Queensland. Together they patrol tirelessly, ensuring safety within their communities. Traveling further eastward, Chinese boat-trackers refresh our senses as they skillfully maneuver along waterways in 1837. Their expertise shines through as they effortlessly guide boats amidst breathtaking scenery. The lithographs depicting "The Rising in Somaliland" and "The Reverse in Somaliland" offer glimpses into expeditionary warfare where trackers play a crucial role. These brave individuals showcase their resilience while navigating treacherous terrains during times of conflict. Closer to home in Victoria, Australia, we witness the invaluable contribution made by black trackers engraved forever within history's pages. Their dedication and skills aid law enforcement efforts while forging paths towards justice. Across cultures and time periods alike, they have left an indelible mark on society. From Mr Pritchard-Morgans Expedition in Szechuan captured beautifully in black-and-white photography to Sir Charles Warrens new criminal trackers depicted through engravings showcasing bloodhounds being trained - each image tells a unique story steeped in human ingenuity.