Ackermann Collection (#5)

Man in his sick bed surrounded by doting wife, children, and maids. Miseries of Human Life. Handcoloured copperplate engraving designed

Men falling on ice skates, another falling through the ice, woman falling off her chair, on a frozen pond. Miseries of Games, Sports, etc

Man forced to kiss an ugly woman at a dance party during a game of forfeits. More Miseries. Handcoloured copperplate engraving designed

Man and two women failing to close a packed trunk in a hotel room while a servant looks on. Miseries of Travelling. Handcoloured copperplate engraving designed

Man losing control of his mount while passing a carriage
Man losing control of his mount while passing a horse and carriage on a road. How to Pass a Carriage. Academy for Grown Horsemen

Men and women skating on thin ice and falling into a freezing river. Cold Broth and Calamity. Handcoloured copperplate engraving designed

Man standing up while choking at the dinner table
Man standing up, clutching his head while choking at the dinner table while other guests and waiter panic. Symptoms of Choaking

Man and ladies searching for a carriage in a crowd
Man and ladies searching for their carriage outside a crowded theatre in the rain. Miseries of Public Places. Handcoloured copperplate engraving designed

A cart race in an English town with an accident in the foreground with passengers thrown on the street. Handcoloured copperplate engraving designed

Chambermaid pulling on a sleeping guests wooden leg mistaking it for a warming pan. Handcoloured copperplate engraving designed

Man using bellows in front of a fire in a smoky room with a scolding wife and bawling child. Handcoloured copperplate engraving designed

Being nervous and cross-examined by Mr. Garrow
Being nervous and cross-examined by lawyer Mr. Garrow in court. More Miseries. Handcoloured copperplate engraving designed

Tipsy man riding a horse facing the tail to the amusement of his friends. Handcoloured copperplate engraving designed and etched by Thomas Rowlandson to accompany Reverend James Beresfords Miseries

Barber and customer in a barbershop decorated with wigs. The Shaver and the Shavee. Handcoloured copperplate engraving designed by Henry Bunbury

Woman sleeping at a desk while a man reads her secret
Woman asleep in a library while her guardian reads her secret thoughts. Miseries of Reading and Writing. Handcoloured copperplate engraving designed

Two men falling off their horses after showing off. Showing Off. Handcoloured copperplate engraving designed and etched by Thomas Rowlandson to accompany Reverend James Beresfords Miseries of Human

Man pinned to a door by the horns of an enraged ox
Man pinned up to a door round the neck by the horns of an enraged over-driven ox. More Miseries. Handcoloured copperplate engraving designed

Gentleman escorting country cousins on their first trip to London. Miseries of Social Life. Handcoloured copperplate engraving designed

Children playing on carts cutting up a newly-rolled
Children playing on carts and toys cutting up a newly-rolled gravel drive. More miseries. Handcoloured copperplate engraving designed

Man on horseback behind a slow-moving cart on a narrow lane
Gentleman on horseback caught behind a slow-moving cart on a narrow lane at sunset. Miseries of the country. Handcoloured copperplate engraving designed

Man embarrassed at being made to dance at a country dance. More Miseries. Handcoloured copperplate engraving designed and etched by Thomas Rowlandson to accompany Reverend James Beresfords Miseries

Fashionable woman sending a verbal message via a fool
Fashionable woman sending an urgent verbal message by a fool who has already forgotten every word. Miseries miscellaneous

Fashionable couple disturbed by stupid, stone-cold
Fashionable couple disturbed at home in the morning by stupid, stone-cold idle relatives. Miseries of the country. Handcoloured copperplate engraving designed

Calligraphic title page with vignette of the Skeleton of Death tipping over a misers chair as two relatives grab bags of money from his strong box

English gentleman flirting with the Fair Limonadiere
Young English gentleman flirting with the Fair Limonadiere in the Cafe de Mille Colonnes, Palais Royal, Paris. Waiters bringing hot chocolate to fashionable ladies, soldiers and officers

Young English gentleman arriving at a French posthouse on the Grand Tour. Stepping down from a carriage to be met by maids and staff

Young gentleman in his rooms at university being berated by his tutor. A servant brings in a basket of wine bottles, and a woman hides behind a screen

Young English gentleman leaving his family to go on the Grand Tour. About to get into a horse-drawn carriage to go to Europe

Young student graduating from a boys school. A tutor reading lessons from a lectern to boys on benches in a large hall. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after an illustration by Thomas Rowlandson

Young boy at lessons with a tutor and his grandmother
Young boy at lessons in a parlour with a tutor in wig and his grandmother. A footman brings refreshment and a maid watches

Nurse showing a baby to an old man and woman
Nurse showing a baby to old man and woman seated in front of a fireplace in a parlour, while the young mother and her daughters enter

English gentleman marrying his bride in a stately home before family and staff. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after an illustration by Thomas Rowlandson from William Combes The Dance of Life

English gentleman carried in a sedan chair for an election
English gentleman carried in a sedan chair through the rotten borough of Grapple Town during an election for parliament. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after an illustration by Thomas Rowlandson

English gentleman arguing with his wife over money in the dining room. She throws a cup of coffee at him and dashes a tray of crockery to the floor

Young English gentleman gambling at Newmarket racetrack
Young English gentleman placing a bet at a betting post at Newmarket racetrack. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after an illustration by Thomas Rowlandson from William Combes The Dance of Life

Young English gentlemen playing a game of billiards
Young English gentleman playing a game of billiards with a soldier in uniform in a club, watched by a large group of men. iHandcoloured copperplate engraving after an illustration by Thomas

Revellers in costume at a masked ball in a large theater. Partygoers dressed as a monk, Falstaff, harlequin, Turk, violinist, etc

Title page with calligraphic title and vignette of woman dancing with children. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after an illustration by Thomas Rowlandson from William Coombes The Dance of Life

Young English gentlemen racing four-horse carriages on a road. iHandcoloured copperplate engraving after an illustration by Thomas Rowlandson from William Combes The Dance of Life, Rudolph Ackermann

Young English gentleman constructing a stately home
Young English gentleman with architect looking at plans while builders construct a stately home in the classical style. iHandcoloured copperplate engraving after an illustration by Thomas Rowlandson

Young English gentleman arriving back home after the Grand Tour. He rides a four-horse carriage and is welcomed by his family

Young English gentleman riding with hounds in a stag hunt. A woman rider thrown from a horse. iHandcoloured copperplate engraving after an illustration by Thomas Rowlandson from William Combes The

English gentleman, wife and children relaxing in the parlour
English gentleman, wife and children relaxing on a sofa in the parlour. Manservant bringing a tray of beverages. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after an illustration by Thomas Rowlandson

Sunday service in an country church, Regency Era
Sunday service in an country church with lord of the manor in front pew, preacher in the pulpit, and band in the balcony. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after an illustration by Thomas Rowlandson

English gentleman in his study hearing a case of poaching
English gentleman in his study with his wife hearing a case of poaching on his estate. A gamekeeper holds up a hare while the alleged poachers family plead for his life

English gentleman receiving a letter from his family
English gentleman in nightgown and cap receiving a letter from his family. Servant and maid tending the fireplace. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after an illustration by Thomas Rowlandson

English gentleman and ladies listening to a harpist at a ball in a stately home. Two lovers flirt in a corner, and four people play cards in another room

English gentleman writing a begging letter in a decrepit parlour with lawyer and loanshark looking on. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after an illustration by Thomas Rowlandson from William

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"Exploring the Many Facets of Ackermann: From Oxton House to Woburn Abbey" Step into the world of Ackermann, a name that resonates with history and artistry. Journey back to Devon's picturesque landscapes, where Oxton House stands as a testament to elegance under the watchful eye of Rev. John Beaumont Swete. In 1825, Pynes House in Exeter became another jewel in Ackermann's crown. But it wasn't just grand estates that captured their attention; they also delved into the realm of creativity. Collaborating with renowned composer Giuseppe Verdi, Ackermann showcased their versatility beyond architecture and design. The allure extended further as an English gentleman faced trial in France during the 18th century – a tale shrouded in mystery and intrigue, leaving us wondering about his fate. Ackermann's artistic prowess knew no bounds; from military regalia to lively tavern scenes, they captured moments frozen in time. Three soldiers proudly paraded outside a tavern while an ensign of the Grenadier Guards donned his uniform with pride in 1844. Venturing beyond military life, Westminster Cavalry galloped onto canvas alongside Southwark Cavalry – both embodying strength and valor. Yet amidst all this grandeur lies humor intertwined within everyday situations. Witness a man tumbling off a broken chair at a dinner party or find yourself chuckling at another caught between an unruly parrot and mischievous cat within the confines of a drawing room. And finally, immerse yourself in opulence as you step into the Egyptian Hall at Mansion House for an unforgettable banquet scene – where lavishness meets architectural splendor. Ackermann weaves together tales through artistry and innovation across various realms - from stately homes like Oxton House to collaborations with musical masters like Verdi. Their legacy lives on through captivating depictions ranging from military life to comedic mishaps, leaving us captivated by the rich tapestry they've created.