1830s-1850s Hand-Colored Engravings of Racehorses Fleur-de-Lis to Whisker
€ 220
Original antique · The actual sheet photographed · Certificate of authenticity on request · Sold unframed · Worldwide shipping from € 15 (rates)
Sheet size
13 × 21 cm (5.1 × 8.3 in)
Condition
Good
Reference
BG-10586, etc
What the condition grades mean
Excellent
Bright and clean, with no faults worth mentioning.
Very good
Only light signs of age, such as faint toning.
Good
Normal signs of age for a sheet of this period: toning, some foxing, small marks or neat old repairs.
Fair
Clear faults such as staining, tears or repairs, priced to match.
Every fault we see is written in the condition note, and the whole sheet is shown uncropped in the photos.
Condition
Overall. Minor yellowing and foxing on edges, vibrant hand coloring. Minor handling marks, slight creasing, small edge tears. Crisp lines, well-preserved for age, suitable for display or collection. Study the images carefully.
About this sheet
This compilation features six hand-colored 19th-century horse engravings, published between 1832 and 1834 for the New Sporting Magazine. The engravings were created by various artists, including J. W. Snow, A. Cooper, and H. Alken, and they were engraved by W. B. Scott and others, capturing the elegant and famous racehorses of the time.
The horses depicted are Fleur-de-Lis, Flexible, Don John, Shakespeare, Rubens, and Whisker, each known for their exceptional racing accomplishments. Don John, for instance, was the winner of the Doncaster St. Leger Stakes in 1838, while Rubens and Whisker were celebrated racehorses, well-known in the racing world for their pedigrees and achievements. These finely detailed prints highlight the horses' physical beauty, athletic build, and noble temperament, providing insight into the prominent racehorses of 19th-century England.
Each engraving has been meticulously hand-colored, with the artists' skill evident in the attention to anatomical detail and the lively landscapes behind the horses. The quality of the printing and the vivid coloring make these prints a remarkable representation of equestrian art during the era, treasured by both horse enthusiasts and collectors of historical prints.
