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Henry Alken (1785-1851) was one of the most famous sports painters of the 19th century in Britain. He vividly recorded the many sports that were popular in the 19th century, such as horse racing, hunting, and fishing. His work conveys the dynamism and excitement of sports, as well as their importance in society at the time.

Henry Alken Biography

  • Born October 12, 1785 in Soho , Westminster, England
  • He showed an interest in painting from an early age and learned painting from his father, Samuel Alken (also a sports painter).
  • Between 1816 and 1831 he produced his most energetic works .
  • Using various techniques such as watercolors, oil paintings, and prints
  • Died April 7, 1851 (aged 65)

Representative works

  • The Belvoir Hunt series (c. 1830-1840)
  • The National Sports of Great Britain (1821)
  • "How to Qualify for a Meltonian" series (1819-1821)

Alken's style and achievements

Alken's works are characterized by accurate depiction, dynamic composition, and humorous expression. He portrayed horses, dogs, and people enjoying sports with a lively touch. His works not only convey the excitement and passion of sports, but also reflect the importance of sports in society at the time and the lifestyle of people.

Alken has made an enormous contribution to the field of sports painting, and his works remain popular among sports enthusiasts and art collectors even today. His paintings are not only valuable documents conveying the sports culture of 19th century Britain, but also highly valued as works of art.
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