Description

A finely presented edition of The Analysis of the Hunting Field, featuring the celebrated sporting illustrations of Henry (H.) Alken.

Originally published in the mid-19th century, this work offers a humorous and observant depiction of the characters and scenes associated with the traditional British hunting field.

This edition is bound in a rich red cover with gilt decoration, echoing classic Victorian styling, and contains a series of detailed plates illustrating hunting scenes, riders, and social caricatures of the era.

The title page references the original 1845–6 publication by Rudolph Ackermann of Regent Street, a notable name in sporting and illustrated works.

A highly decorative and collectible volume, appealing to enthusiasts of equestrian subjects, country pursuits, and traditional sporting art, as well as collectors of illustrated books.