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H. Alken "A Sporting Tandem" Old Prints, Pair
McTague of Harrogate
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H. Alken "A Sporting Tandem" Old Prints, Pair

19th century
Description

"A Sporting Tandem," "Going to Cover" and "At Cover" are a good pair of old aquatints after Henry Alken by R.G.Reeve. Each measures 9" x 13" and is framed giving an overall size for each of 12"x 17".

Below is the publication line "Published by G.S.Tregear at his Sporting Print Shop, Cheapside, London".

Physical Dimensions
Height
32cm (12.60")
Width
42cm (16.54")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Declaration

McTague of Harrogate has dated this Antique Equestrian Print Pair to the 1850s.

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SA998827
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Description
"A Sporting Tandem," "Going to Cover" and "At Cover" are a good pair of old aquatints after Henry Alken by R.G.Reeve. Each measures 9" x 13" and is framed giving an overall size for each of 12"x 17".

Below is the publication line "Published by G.S.Tregear at his Sporting Print Shop, Cheapside, London".

Height
32cm (12.60")
Width
42cm (16.54")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Date of Manufacture

McTague of Harrogate has dated this Antique Equestrian Print Pair to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
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SA998827
McTague of Harrogate
McTague of Harrogate
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2011

Mctague of harrogate are yorkshire based dealers in old pictures. Please see website mctague.co.uk

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A pair of dark wood framed 19th-century prints depicting horse-drawn carriages and sporting dogs in rural English landscapes.
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Archive I A pair of dark wood framed 19th-century prints depicting horse-drawn carriages and sporting dogs in rural English landscapes.

H. Alken "A Sporting Tandem" Old Prints, Pair

Archive II A pair of dark wood framed 19th-century prints depicting horse-drawn carriages and sporting dogs in rural English landscapes. View II
Archive III A pair of dark wood framed 19th-century prints depicting horse-drawn carriages and sporting dogs in rural English landscapes. View III
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McTague of Harrogate

McTague of Harrogate
Telephone 07885 108190
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North Yorkshire
United Kingdom

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McTague of Harrogate
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A pair of dark wood framed 19th-century prints depicting horse-drawn carriages and sporting dogs in rural English landscapes.
H. Alken "A Sporting Tandem" old prints, pair
Ref: SA998827
A pair of dark wood framed 19th-century prints depicting horse-drawn carriages and sporting dogs in rural English landscapes.
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Sporting prints from the 19th century depict traditional British country pursuits such as fox hunting, horse racing, and carriage driving. Artists like Henry Alken popularised these hand-coloured aquatints and engravings, which were widely published across London to celebrate equestrian culture.

These prints were typically created using copperplate etching or aquatint methods printed on heavy paper, followed by hand-colouring with watercolour pigments. They were usually fitted behind glass in dark moulded wooden frames, such as rosewood or stained pine, to protect the delicate paper.

Authentic period prints feature visible plate mark impressions around the artwork, hand-applied colouring with natural variation under magnification, and publication details printed along the lower margin. Original 19th-century paper also displays subtle ageing, foxing, or laid paper lines distinct from modern reproductions.

Position the pair symmetrically above a wooden sideboard, console table, or along a hallway gallery wall to create structured visual interest. Pairing historic equestrian scenes with contemporary neutral backdrop walls creates a balanced blend of traditional heritage and modern design.

Display prints away from direct sunlight, high humidity, and heat sources to prevent fading, paper warping, or foxing. Clean the glass cover using a microfibre cloth lightly dampened with water or specialised glass cleaner, avoiding direct spraying onto the frame joint.
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