The Angling Party

DESCRIPTION: This print, titled "The Angling Party," is a 19th-century engraving based on a painting by the English artist Richard Westall (1765–1836). Westall was a prominent painter and illustrator known for his historical, literary, and portrait works, and notably served as the drawing master for Queen Victoria. The print identifies the engraver as Allen (likely James Allen). Other versions of this subject were engraved by artists like Cornoroto. Published in London by Geo. Henderson, located at 2 Old Bailey. Date: While Westall was active in the early 19th century, Henderson published similar natural history and scenic engravings around 1836. Subject and CompositionThe scene depicts a classic "conversation piece"—a popular genre in British art showing groups of people in a social setting. A gentleman is shown standing and gesturing toward a body of water while two ladies are seated on the bank. Activity: One woman holds a fishing rod, while the other sits slightly behind her, a common motif in pastoral "angling" scenes of the era. STYLE: Engraving COLOUR: Monochrome SIZE (cm): 8.5 x 13 CREATORS: Allen after Westall PUBLICATION: PUBLISHER: London: Geo. Henderson, 2 Old Bailey DATE: ?19th century COMMENTS: Very good condition with some patina of age SUBJECT: Works of Art PACKAGE: Single one-sided sheet in acid-free mount, flat & unfolded inside hard-backed envelope. Royal Mail Tracked 24 included. Note: Images are provided for illustration purposes only and are intended to show the complete printed product, including any imperfections of age that may be present. Frames or props shown in the images are for display purposes only and are not included with your purchase.