Flushing Birds, plate from 'Partridge Shooting'

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"Flushing Birds" is a notable plate from the series "Partridge Shooting" by Henry Thomas Alken, an English painter and engraver known for his depictions of sporting and hunting scenes. Created in the early 19th century, this work exemplifies Alken's skill in capturing the energy and movement of hunting scenes, a genre for which he became particularly renowned. The plate showcases a moment during a partridge hunt, with hunters, dogs, and birds all dynamically represented, conveying the excitement and immediacy of the sport.

Henry Thomas Alken (1785–1851) was a prolific artist who produced a wide array of works, including oil paintings, watercolors, and engravings. His subjects often included hunting, coaching, racing, and other country pursuits, reflecting the interests of British society during the Regency and early Victorian eras. "Flushing Birds" is representative of Alken's attention to detail and his ability to depict the nuances of rural sports, which resonated with the sporting gentlemen of his time.

The "Partridge Shooting" series, to which "Flushing Birds" belongs, is considered an important contribution to the genre of British sporting art. The series captures various aspects of the partridge hunting season, from the anticipation of the hunt to the action-packed pursuit of game. Alken's work in this series is noted for its historical value, providing insight into the sporting culture of the period, as well as for its artistic merit, demonstrating his adeptness with both composition and the portrayal of movement.

"Flushing Birds" and the "Partridge Shooting" series hold significance not only as works of art but also as cultural artifacts that offer a window into the leisure activities and social customs of 19th-century Britain. As such, they are frequently studied by historians and art enthusiasts alike, and they continue to be appreciated for their contribution to the tradition of sporting art.

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