Thales Fielding Collection

Rouen, seen from Bon-Secours, 1823-1826 (hand-coloured aquatint)
986398 Rouen, seen from Bon-Secours, 1823-1826 (hand-coloured aquatint) by Fielding, Thales (1793-1837); 28.6x46 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Rouen, seen from Bon-Secours; Rouen)

Le Havre, seen from the old dock, 1823-1826 (hand-coloured aquatint)
986399 Le Havre, seen from the old dock, 1823-1826 (hand-coloured aquatint) by Fielding, Thales (1793-1837); 28.6x46 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Le Havre, seen from the old dock; (Le) Havre

Second Battle of Porto, Portugal, 12th May 1809 (1819). Artist: T Fielding
Second Battle of Porto, Portugal, 12th May 1809 (1819). Less than a month after taking command of the British army in Portugal, the Duke of Wellington captured the city of Porto from the French

Battle of the Pyrenees, Spain, 28th July 1813 (1819). Artist: T Fielding
Battle of the Pyrenees, Spain, 28th July 1813 (1819). The battle saw the British under Wellington repel a French offensive to relieve the besieged garrisons of Pamplona and San Sebastian

Battle of Vimeiro, Portugal, 1st August 1808 (1819). Artist: T Fielding
Battle of Vimeiro, Portugal, 1st August 1808 (1819). The British army commanded by Wellington defeated the French under Junot. From The Victories of the Duke of Wellington, 1819

Battle of Talavera, Spain, 28th July 1809 (1819). Artist: T Fielding
Battle of Talavera, Spain, 28th July 1809 (1819). The British and Spanish army commanded by Wellington won an indecisive victory over the French commanded by Napoleons brother Joseph Bonaparte

Liberation of Madrid, 6th August 1812 (1819). Artist: T Fielding
Liberation of Madrid, 6th August 1812 (1819). Members of the clergy welcoming the Duke of Wellington to the city after the withdrawal of the occupying French

Battle of Badajoz, Spain, 6th April 1812 (1819). Artist: T Fielding
Battle of Badajoz, Spain, 6th April 1812 (1819). The British succeeded in capturing the city from the French bu suffered heavy casualties in the process

Battle of Busaco, Portugal, 27th September 1810 (1819). Artist: T Fielding
Battle of Busaco, Portugal, 27th September 1810 (1819). British and Portuguese troops commanded by Wellington repulsed the French under Massena. From The Victories of the Duke of Wellington, 1819

Battle of Vitoria, Spain, 21st June 1813 (1819). Artist: T Fielding
Battle of Vitoria, Spain, 21st June 1813 (1819). The victory for Wellington and his Spanish and Portuguese allies at Vitoria was decisive in bringing about the defeat of the French in the Peninsular

Capture of Toulouse, France, 10th April 1814 (1819). Artist: T Fielding
Capture of Toulouse, France, 10th April 1814 (1819). The Battle of Toulouse was fought after Napoleons surrender to the Sixth Coalition and abdication

Battle of Salamanca, Spain, 21st July 1812 (1819). Artist: T Fielding
Battle of Salamanca, Spain, 21st July 1812 (1819). The Battle of Salamanca was an important victory in the Peninsular War for an Anglo-Portuguese army under the Duke of Wellington over Marshal

Capture of San Sebastian, Spain, 31st August 1813 (1819). Artist: T Fielding
Capture of San Sebastian, Spain, 31st August 1813 (1819). British and Portuguese troops taking San Sebastian from the occupying French

The Death of Robin Hood, c1835, (1912). Artist: Thales Fielding
The Death of Robin Hood, c1835, (1912). From Bibbys Annual 1912, [ J. Bibby & Sons, Liverpool, 1912]

Thales Fielding, British (1793-1837), The Yew at Clifton, graphite on wove paper

Thales Fielding after Comte de Forbin (British, 1793 - 1837), Vue de Ruines, a Tindare, color aquatint on wove paper

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Thales Fielding: A Master of Historical Artistry Thales Fielding, a renowned artist from the 19th century, left an indelible mark on the art world with his captivating works. One such masterpiece is "The Death of Robin Hood, " painted around 1835. In this poignant piece, Fielding skillfully captures the final moments of the legendary outlaw. Fielding's talent extended beyond painting scenes from folklore and mythology. He also excelled in depicting real-life landscapes with remarkable precision. His hand-coloured aquatints of Rouen and Le Havre offer a glimpse into these French cities during the early 19th century. Not limited to capturing serene vistas, Fielding also possessed a knack for illustrating historical battles. His artworks showcasing significant military conflicts are nothing short of breathtaking. The "Second Battle of Porto" transports viewers back to Portugal in May 1809, while the "Battle of Talavera" vividly portrays Spain's tumultuous history. Fielding's attention to detail shines through in his depictions of key moments during various campaigns. From the "Liberation of Madrid" to the "Capture of Toulouse, " he immortalizes pivotal events that shaped Europe during those turbulent times. His mastery extends further still, as seen in his portrayals of iconic battles like Vimeiro and Badajoz. Each stroke on canvas brings forth emotions felt by soldiers who fought valiantly for their respective causes. In each artwork attributed to Thales Fielding, one can discern not only technical brilliance but also a deep understanding and appreciation for history itself. Through his brushstrokes, he invites us to witness these crucial moments firsthand - whether it be standing alongside Robin Hood or witnessing Napoleon's defeat at Vitoria. Today, Thales Fielding remains an influential figure whose contributions continue to inspire artists worldwide. His ability to breathe life into historical events ensures that future generations will forever be captivated by the stories he told on canvas.