Race Ground (An Excursion to Brighthelmstone)

G. G. J. & J. Robinson|Samuel Alken|Henry Wigstead|Thomas Rowlandson

June 1, 1790 · Etching and aquatint · Drawings and Prints

One of a set of eight aquatints devoted to a journey from London to Brighthelmstone (Brighton), together with attractions of the seaside resort, this print represents a horse race held on a grass course near the sea, watched by spectators on foot, in carriages and in a covered observation stand at right. The related text tells us that, "The Race Ground is exceedingly well adapted to the purpose for which it was intended; an is one of the most beautifully situated spots in the world. The prospect is wonderfully extensive and magnificent. The races are in July.--There are always three fifties, besides several sweepstakes, matches &c. A handsome and convenient stands, sufficiently capacious to receive a great number of spectators, is erected on the course."

Artist

G. G. J. & J. Robinson|Samuel Alken|Henry Wigstead|Thomas Rowlandson

Date

June 1, 1790

Medium

Etching and aquatint

Department

Drawings and Prints

Credit line

The Elisha Whittelsey Collection, The Elisha Whittelsey Fund, 1959