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HAVELL, Robert (1769-1832) after E. ERXLEBEN

Fairfield, A Settlement of the United Brethren near Manchester

Fairfield: Published by E. Erxleben, Jan. 1, 1818. Coloured aquatint. Printed on wove paper. In excellent condition with the exception of some light staining in the upper section of the image. Trimmed on plate mark on sides and bottom margin. Paint residue on verso of sheet. Paper browning along lower margin. Scuff in upper section of image. Image size: 11 15/16 x 17 15/16 inches. Sheet size: 15 7/16 x 20 7/8 inches.

An interesting view of the Moravian settlement at Fairfield outside Manchester, by the celebrated topographical engraver Robert Havell.

The Moravians were a Protestant sect from Moravia who came to be known as the "Church of the Brotherhood" or "The United Brethren." They took an active part in the evangelical revival in England during the 18th century, and were closely associated for a time with John Wesley. In the 18th century, some congregations established Settlements, where they could live and follow their spiritual vocations in a disciplined Christian Brotherhood. Fairfield, one of these Settlements, was opened in 1785 on the outskirts of Manchester. The village was self-contained and self-governed, with its own inn, shop, bakery, farm, laundry, fire-engine, night-watchman, inspector of weights and measures, an overseer of roads, and even its own physician. There were community houses for sisters and brethren, who applied themselves to the varied work of the settlement. Fairfield was the largest settlement in England and was a hive of industrious and religious activity.

Born into a family of talented artists, the painter, engraver, and publisher Robert Havell worked in his family's London-based engraving firm for several years with his father, the topographical and architectural engraver and publisher, Daniel Havell, and his cousin, the painter William Havell. With his son, he later established a successful business on Oxford Street that produced a number of illustrations for various travel and topographical publications as well as several series of topographical and architectural aquatint engravings including "Picturesque Views on the River Thames" (1812) and "Views of the Public Buildings and Bridges in London and its Environs" (1820-1). The father-son partnership lasted until 1828, at which time Robert Jr. emigrated to America.

#13538$650.00
 
 
HAVELL, Robert (1769-1832) after Henry CAVE (1779-1836)

South East View of York

1816. Colour printed aquatint with hand-finishing. Printed on wove paper. In good condition with the exception of being trimmed within the plate mark on all sides. Bottom margin is missing publication line. Skilfully mended tear in bottom right corner. Some traces of minor surface soiling in margins. Image size: 12 5/8 x 19 2/8 inches. Sheet size: 15 1/8 x 21 1/2 inches.

This exquisite view of the south prospect of York was drawn by the celebrated Yorkshire painter Henry Cave, and engraved by the acclaimed aquatinter Robert Havell.

Cave was an accomplished painter and engraver who worked extensively on Yorkshire subjects. He studied under his father William Cave, an engraver of some repute, and made a name for himself as an accomplished topographical painter. He was admitted as a Freeman of York in 1801, and described on the roll as an engraver. He exhibited at the Royal Academy and the British Institution between 1814 and 1825, and was hailed as one of Yorkshire's premier talents. In 1813 Ackermann published "The Antiquities of York," which was richly illustrated with plates drawn and etched by Cave.

This pleasant view follows the 17th century Dutch tradition of giving somewhat greater space to the sky than to the earth, thus providing a sense of potential and freedom.

Born into a family of talented artists, the painter, engraver, and publisher Robert Havell worked in his family's London-based engraving firm for several years with his father, the topographical and architectural engraver and publisher, Daniel Havell, and his cousin, the painter William Havell. With his son he later established a successful business on Oxford Street that produced a number of illustrations for various travel and topographical publications as well as several series of topographical and architectural aquatint engravings including Picturesque Views on the River Thames (1812) and Views of the Public Buildings and Bridges in London and its Environs (1820-1). The father-son partnership lasted until 1828, at which time Robert Jr. immigrated to America.


Le Blanc, Manuel de L'Amateur D'Estampes I, p. 616; Benezit, Dictionnaire des Peintres, Sculpteurs, Dessinateurs et Graveurs, vol. 3, p. 384.

#13537$1,200.00
 
 
HAVELL, Robert (1769-1832) and Robert HAVELL, the younger (1793-1878) after J. HAVERLY

His Majesty's Public Entry into the City of Dublin on the 17th of August 1821.

London: Hurst, Robinson, & Co. Cheapside, & Colnaghi & Co. Cockspur Street & in Dublin by R. Milliken, Grafton Street & Allan & Sons, Dame Street, March 1823. Colour printed aquatint highlighted in gum arabic. Printed on wove paper. In excellent condition with the exception of being trimmed just on the platemark on top and side margins. Tape residue of verso of sheet. Skillfully mended tear in center of image. Mended tear in top section of image. Image size:15 x 23 5/8 inches. Sheet size: 18 x 25 ½ inches.

A charming aquatint depicting George IV's entrance into Dublin on his coronation tour.

Born into a family of talented artists, the painter, engraver, and publisher Robert Havell worked in his family's London-based engraving firm for several years with his father, the topographical and architectural engraver and publisher, Daniel Havell, and his cousin, the painter William Havell. With his son, he later established a successful business on Oxford Street that produced a number of illustrations for various travel and topographical publications as well as several series of topographical and architectural aquatint engravings including "Picturesque Views on the River Thames" (1812) and "Views of the Public Buildings and Bridges in London and its Environs" (1820-1). The father-son partnership lasted until 1828, at which time Robert Jr. emigrated to America.

George IV's coronation took place in Westminster Abbey in 1821 and will always be remembered for the scandalous attempt of the King's disgraced Queen to force her way into the ceremony, from which she had been barred, and be crowned. The King's discomfort was permanently relieved that August, when she died. Immediately after her death, George IV began a Royal tour, starting in Ireland; where he landed at Dunleary, a port which lies at the southern extremity of Dublin bay, whence he traveled by land to Dublin. In honor of the visit, Dunleary was immediately renamed Kingstown. This beautiful print is one of a number of aquatints executed by the Havells that depicts George IV's coronation tour. George IV is shown amidst an excited crowd who clamour for a view of the new King. This rare print is a fine example of the Havells superior work.

Dictionary of National Biography

#16268$750.00
 
 
HAVELL, Robert (1793-1878)

View of the City of Boston from Dorchester Heights

New York: Published by W A Coleman ... for Robt. Havell, Sing Sing N.York, 1841. Aquatint by and after Havell, printed in blue and black by W. Neale, 'Coloured by Havell & Spearing'. Sheet size: 15 1/8 x 20 3/4 inches.

A fine copy of this 'majestic view of Boston' (Deák) by Havell: landscape painter and engraver of Audubon's masterpiece

'Robert Havell gives us a majestic view of Boston composed of highly ordered elements: the open-spaced rusticity of the foreground, which serves as a staging area for viewing the city, is linked to the densely developed metropolis in the background by a curving watercourse ... The city itself is presented most appealingly in the configuration of a terraced pyramid where solid buildings and graceful church spires make their way steadily to the top. Although an air of ... tranquility prevails, the sky-canopied view is crowded to the very edges with signs of industrial and trading activities.

Bostonians familiar with the nineteenth-century topography of their city are likely to be able to identify a host of buildings and locations. The most conspicuous architectural landmark is ... the State House, the large, domed building at the pinnacle of the view.' (Deák).

No doubt inspired by the example of John James Audubon, his long-time collaborator and friend, Robert Havell had emigrated to America in September 1839. He settled at Tarrytown, beside the Hudson River, and went on to establish himself as both an engraver and landscape painter of note. The painting on which the present print is based was first exhibited by Havell in 1841 at the National Academy of Design.

Deák Picturing America 509

#18277$17,500.00
 
 
HAVELL, Robert I (1769-1832) and Robert Havell II (1793-1878)

George IV's Embarkation at Kingstown on the 3rd September 1821

London and Dublin: Hurst Robinson & Co., and R, Milliken and Allen & Sons, March 1823. Aquatint and etching, hand-colored, on wove paper, partial watermark "J Whatman". Sheet size: 15 x 23¾ inches.

George IV's coronation took place in Westminster Abbey in 1821 and will always be remembered for the scandalous attempt of the King's disgraced Queen to force her way into the ceremony, from which she had been barred, to be crowned. The King's discomfort was permanently relieved when in August she died.

Immediately after her death, George IV began a Royal tour, starting in Ireland; where he landed on September 3rd at Dunleary, a port which lies at the southern extremity of Dublin bay, whence he traveled by land to Dublin. In honor of the visit, Dunleary was immediately renamed Kingstown.

#6781$2,750.00
 
 
HAVELL, Robert I (1769-1832) (publisher)

A Paris Diligence and Cabriolet

London: R. Havell, 1 January 1819. Aquatint, coloured by hand. Image size (including text): 8 5/8 x 13 5/8 inches. Sheet size: 10 1/2 x 15 1/8 inches. French wash line mat, wood and gold frame.

A lively view on the road to Paris.

A lady passenger climbs aboard the coach for Paris, whilst in the mid-ground an open-fronted diligence goes slowly past.

#6537$900.00
 
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