Duck Shooting Collection

Wild Fowl Shooting, 1858. Creator: Unknown
Wild Fowl Shooting, 1858. The most numerous class of our wild-fowl visitors from the Arctic shores is the brent or black goose...The white geese are generally considered to consist of four different

Return of the Duck Hunters / verso: Sketches of Ships and of a Man in Winter Clothing, c.1610-c.1615

"The Stricken Mallard" - painted by George Lance - from the Exhibition of the British Institution, 1856. Our...Illustration...is by a well known favourite with the public, Mr. G

Mr Prudhomme. Tu vois, Oh! Mon fils... 19th century. Creator: Honore Daumier
Mr Prudhomme. Tu vois, Oh! Mon fils... 19th century. Hunting. Monsieur Prudhomme: Look, my son, yet another innocent victim hit by the murderous lead! Poor duck! Oh son, never be a huntsman

Wild Duck Shooting on the Potomac, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Wild Duck Shooting on the Potomac, 1850. American invention for duck-shooting:.one device attracted my notice especially [and] succeeds admirably

Venus and Adonis (?) with the Duck Hunt, Flanders, c. 1600. Presumably woven at the workshop of Jacques I Geubels or his widow Catharina van den Eynde

Hunter with water spaniels shooting wild ducks in the marshes
6337424 Hunter with water spaniels shooting wild ducks in the marshes by English School, (18th century); (add.info.: Hunter with water spaniels shooting wild ducks in the marshes. Duck Shooting)

Duck-Shooting on the Coast of Wales (engraving)
1058899 Duck-Shooting on the Coast of Wales (engraving) by Dollman, John Charles (1851-1934) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Duck-Shooting on the Coast of Wales)

Shooting Pieces (chromolitho)
1051489 Shooting Pieces (chromolitho) by Morland, George (1763-1804) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Shooting Pieces)

Duck-Shooting at Long Point Island, on Lake Erie (engraving)
1626151 Duck-Shooting at Long Point Island, on Lake Erie (engraving) by Whymper, Charles (1853-1941) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Duck-Shooting at Long Point Island, on Lake Erie)

Duck-Shooting in Manitoba (engraving)
1626584 Duck-Shooting in Manitoba (engraving) by Wright, Henry Charles Seppings (1850-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: Duck-Shooting in Manitoba)

Duck-Shooting in Nova Scotia (engraving)
1054602 Duck-Shooting in Nova Scotia (engraving) by Dollman, John Charles (1851-1934) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Duck-Shooting in Nova Scotia)

Duck-Shooting in the North (engraving)
1057035 Duck-Shooting in the North (engraving) by Watson, John Dawson (1832-92); Private Collection; (add.info.: Duck-Shooting in the North)

La Chasse aux canards. Creator: Jean Morin
La Chasse aux canards

Shooting mallard and teal on the Thurso River

Duck Shooting, Long Point (Top); Club House (Bottom), Canada, Nineteenth Century Engraving

Duck Shooting, Long Point (Top); Club House (Bottom), Canada, Nineteenth Century Engraving

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"Duck Shooting: A Timeless Pursuit of Adventure and Skill" Immerse yourself in the rich history of duck shooting, as depicted through various captivating engravings and photographs from different eras. From Flanders in the 1600s to the marshes with water spaniels, and even on the coast of Wales, these scenes transport us to a world where hunters sought out wild ducks. Intriguingly, an engraving titled "Duck-Shooting from a Hut" reveals the rustic charm of this pastime. It evokes images of hunters patiently waiting for their prey while hidden away in cozy shelters amidst nature's beauty. Meanwhile, another engraving called "Duck-Shooting on the Coast of Wales" showcases how this pursuit was enjoyed against breathtaking coastal backdrops. The artistry continues with chromolithographs such as "Shooting Pieces, " which adds vibrant colors to depict moments frozen in time during duck hunting expeditions. Similarly, a black-and-white photograph captures "Duck-Shooting in India, " transporting us to colonial times when British sportsmen pursued their passion across distant lands. Engravings like "Duck-Shooting at Long Point Island" and "Duck-Shooting in Manitoba" take us closer to home but still showcase diverse landscapes that provided ample opportunities for this thrilling sport. The depiction of Nova Scotia's duck-shooting scene reminds us that this pursuit extended far beyond borders, uniting enthusiasts worldwide. One cannot help but be captivated by Jean Morin's artwork titled "La Chasse aux canards. " Its intricate details bring alive the excitement and camaraderie shared among fellow hunters during these adventures. These illustrations serve as windows into a bygone era when duck shooting represented not just skillful marksmanship but also cherished moments spent connecting with nature. Finally, an engraving aptly named "Life in British Columbia" transports us to Canada's western province—a land of vast wilderness and abundant waterfowl.