Alken, Henry Thomas
(October 12, 1785 - April 7, 1851)
- 1785 born Oct 12 in London, England UK.
- Son of Samuel Alken [1756-1815]
- From a family of painters - was the most famous of them.
- British sporting artist of hunting, coaching, racing, steeplechasing.
- Taught by John Thomas Barber Beaumont [1774-1841]
- 1820 Illustrated National Sports of Great Britian a 50 volume set of prints.
- Most famous sporting print is The Night Riders of N'Acton.
- Also painted oil.
- 1851 Died.
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Quick Facts
Born: 10/12/1785
London United Kingdom
Died: 4/7/1851
Type(s):
Printmaker
Painter
Illustrator
Engraver
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Samuel Henry Alken
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