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Henry Alken jun.

Henry Alken jun.

English, 1810–1850

Henry Alken Jr. was an English painter and printmaker, known for his depictions of sporting scenes, particularly hunting and horse racing. He was born in 1810 and was the son of the artist Henry Alken Sr. Alken Jr. trained under his father, who was a prominent figure in the sporting art genre. He became known for his lithographs and paintings that captured the excitement and culture of 19th-century English sports. His works often featured detailed representations of horses and their riders, showcasing his skill in capturing movement and action. Alken Jr. was active during a time when sporting art was gaining popularity, and his contributions helped to solidify the genre's significance in English art history. He died in 1850.

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