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James Clarke Collection

James Clarke was a talented artist known for his stunning paintings that captured the beauty of nature and everyday life

Background imageJames Clarke Collection: CM14 7223 James Clarke, Ford Lotus Cortina

CM14 7223 James Clarke, Ford Lotus Cortina
James Clarke, Ford Lotus Cortina, Historic Touring Car Championship, HSCC Legends of Brands Hatch Super Prix, July 2016, 2016, Autosport, Brands Hatch, cars, classic cars, classic motor sport

Background imageJames Clarke Collection: A Devonshire Stream, 1864, (1935). Artist: James Clarke Hook

A Devonshire Stream, 1864, (1935). Artist: James Clarke Hook
A Devonshire Stream, 1864, (1935). From A Catalogue of the Pictures and Drawings in the Collection of Frederick John Nettleford, Volume II. - D to H, by C. Reginald Grundy. [Bemrose and Sons Ltd

Background imageJames Clarke Collection: 'Which Shall It Be', after James Clarke, 1891. Creator: Unknown

"Which Shall It Be", after James Clarke, 1891. Creator: Unknown
"Which Shall It Be", after James Clarke, 1891. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 44. July to December, 1891

Background imageJames Clarke Collection: Olivia and Viola (oil on panel)

Olivia and Viola (oil on panel)
1767280 Olivia and Viola (oil on panel) by Hook, James Clarke (1819-1907); 60.4x74.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Olivia and Viola. James Clarke Hook (1819-1907). Oil on panel

Background imageJames Clarke Collection: Painting prize - 'Finding the Body of Harold'- by Mr. J. C. Hook, 1845

Painting prize - "Finding the Body of Harold"- by Mr. J. C. Hook, 1845
Painting prize - " Finding the Body of Harold" - by Mr. J.C. Hook, 1845. Painting by James Clarke Hook, a student at the Royal Academy of Arts in London

Background imageJames Clarke Collection: James Clarke Hook, RA, 1884. 1884. Creator: Otto Theodor Leyde

James Clarke Hook, RA, 1884. 1884. Creator: Otto Theodor Leyde
James Clarke Hook, RA, 1884

Background imageJames Clarke Collection: Caught by the Tide, c1869, (c1902). Creator: Unknown

Caught by the Tide, c1869, (c1902). Creator: Unknown
Caught by the Tide, c1869, (c1902). After a painting in the Guildhall Art Gallery, London. Three children stranded on a rock by the rising water

Background imageJames Clarke Collection: Fish from the Dogger Bank, Scheveningen, Holland, 1870, (c1902). Creator: Unknown

Fish from the Dogger Bank, Scheveningen, Holland, 1870, (c1902). Creator: Unknown
Fish from the Dogger Bank, Scheveningen, Holland, 1870, (c1902). After a painting in the Birmingham Museums Trust collection. Fisherfolk on the beach as the catch is landed

Background imageJames Clarke Collection: The Bonxie, Shetland, 1873, (c1902). Creator: Unknown

The Bonxie, Shetland, 1873, (c1902). Creator: Unknown
The Bonxie, Shetland, 1873, (c1902). After a painting in the Guildhall Art Gallery, London. Children hunting birds eggs on the cliffs in northern Scotland

Background imageJames Clarke Collection: Deep Sea Fishing, 1864. Artist: James Clarke Hook

Deep Sea Fishing, 1864. Artist: James Clarke Hook
Deep Sea Fishing, 1864. Cornish fishermen fishing from a St Ives boat

Background imageJames Clarke Collection: Word from the missing, 1877. Artist

Word from the missing, 1877. Artist
Word from the missing, 1877. A woman collecting driftwood accompanied by two children. A model ship lies abandoned by the boys feet

Background imageJames Clarke Collection: Sea Urchins, 1872. Artist: James Clarke Hook

Sea Urchins, 1872. Artist: James Clarke Hook
Sea Urchins, 1872. Two boys by the sea

Background imageJames Clarke Collection: Caught by the Tide, 1869. Artist: James Clarke Hook

Caught by the Tide, 1869. Artist: James Clarke Hook
Caught by the Tide, 1869. Three children stranded on a rock hail a boat on the horizon

Background imageJames Clarke Collection: Egg Gatherers, c1873, (1911). Artist: James Clarke Hook

Egg Gatherers, c1873, (1911). Artist: James Clarke Hook
Egg Gatherers, c1873, (1911). From Bibbys Annual 1911, [J. Bibby & Sons, Liverpool, 1911]

Background imageJames Clarke Collection: The Studio, East, c1880-1882

The Studio, East, c1880-1882. A print from Modern Artists, prepared under the direction of FG Dumas, JS Virtue and Co, London, c1880-1882

Background imageJames Clarke Collection: The Hall at Silverbeck, c1880-1882

The Hall at Silverbeck, c1880-1882. A print from Modern Artists, prepared under the direction of FG Dumas, JS Virtue and Co, London, c1880-1882

Background imageJames Clarke Collection: The Nearest Way to School, c1880-1882. Artist: Otto Theodor Leyde

The Nearest Way to School, c1880-1882. Artist: Otto Theodor Leyde
The Nearest Way to School, c1880-1882. A print from Modern Artists, prepared under the direction of FG Dumas, JS Virtue and Co, London, c1880-1882

Background imageJames Clarke Collection: Caller Herrin, c1880-1882. Artist: Otto Theodor Leyde

Caller Herrin, c1880-1882. Artist: Otto Theodor Leyde
Caller Herrin, c1880-1882. A print from Modern Artists, prepared under the direction of FG Dumas, JS Virtue and Co, London, c1880-1882

Background imageJames Clarke Collection: James Clarke Hook, British artist, c1880-1882. Artist: Otto Theodor Leyde

James Clarke Hook, British artist, c1880-1882. Artist: Otto Theodor Leyde
James Clarke Hook, British artist, c1880-1882. A print from Modern Artists, prepared under the direction of FG Dumas, JS Virtue and Co, London, c1880-1882

Background imageJames Clarke Collection: The Garden near Rome, 1848 (c1880-1882). Artist: James Clarke Hook

The Garden near Rome, 1848 (c1880-1882). Artist: James Clarke Hook
The Garden near Rome, 1848 (c1880-1882). Facsimile from the artists sketch book. A print from Modern Artists, prepared under the direction of FG Dumas, JS Virtue and Co, London, c1880-1882

Background imageJames Clarke Collection: Home with the Tide, 1880, (1912). Artist: James Clarke Hook

Home with the Tide, 1880, (1912). Artist: James Clarke Hook
Home with the Tide, 1880, (1912). A colour print from Famous Paintings, with an introduction by Gilbert Chesterton, Cassell and Company, (London, New York, Toronto, 1912)

Background imageJames Clarke Collection: James Clarke Hook, Royal Academician, 1880. Artist: Lock & Whitfield

James Clarke Hook, Royal Academician, 1880. Artist: Lock & Whitfield
James Clarke Hook, Royal Academician, 1880. He first exhibited at the Royal Academy in 1839. His early paintings were depictions of historical and heroic events, and events from romantic literature

Background imageJames Clarke Collection: CM18 4185 James Clarke, Ford Lotus Cortina

CM18 4185 James Clarke, Ford Lotus Cortina
James Clarke, Ford Lotus Cortina, Historic Touring Cars, HSCC, Season Opener, Saturday, 8th April 2017, Donington Park, Chris McEvoy, circuit racing, CJM Photography, classic cars, Donington

Background imageJames Clarke Collection: [James Clarke Hook], 1860s. Creator: John & Charles Watkins

[James Clarke Hook], 1860s. Creator: John & Charles Watkins
James Clarke Hook, 1860s

Background imageJames Clarke Collection: CJ3 1236 James Clarke, Ford Lotus Cortina

CJ3 1236 James Clarke, Ford Lotus Cortina
James Clarke, Ford Lotus Cortina, 165 RUR, Historic Touring Car Championship, ByBox, HSCC Donington Park, 80th Anniversary Meeting

Background imageJames Clarke Collection: CJ3 1106 James Clarke, Ford Lotus Cortina, 165 RUR

CJ3 1106 James Clarke, Ford Lotus Cortina, 165 RUR
James Clarke, Ford Lotus Cortina, 165 RUR, Historic Touring Car Championship, ByBox, HSCC Donington Park, 80th Anniversary Meeting

Background imageJames Clarke Collection: CM14 7212 James Clarke, Ford Lotus Cortina

CM14 7212 James Clarke, Ford Lotus Cortina
James Clarke, Ford Lotus Cortina, Historic Touring Car Championship, HSCC Legends of Brands Hatch Super Prix, July 2016, 2016, Autosport, Brands Hatch, cars, classic cars, classic motor sport

Background imageJames Clarke Collection: MR. W. W. CORCORAN American Millionaire

MR. W. W. CORCORAN American Millionaire

Background imageJames Clarke Collection: Mr. W. W. Corcoran American Millionaire

Mr. W. W. Corcoran American Millionaire

Background imageJames Clarke Collection: CJ4 8942 James Clarke, Mallock Mk21

CJ4 8942 James Clarke, Mallock Mk21
James Clarke, Mallock Mk21, Classic Clubmans, HSCC, ByBox race day, Brands Hatch


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James Clarke was a talented artist known for his stunning paintings that captured the beauty of nature and everyday life. One of his notable works, "A Devonshire Stream, " painted in 1864, showcases his mastery of capturing the tranquility and serenity of a flowing stream in Devonshire. Another remarkable piece by James Clarke is "Olivia and Viola, " an oil painting on panel that portrays two elegant women with intricate details. In addition to his artistic talents, James Clarke had a passion for cars. The CM14 7223 James Clarke Ford Lotus Cortina is a testament to his love for speed and precision. This iconic vehicle represents both style and performance. Throughout his career, James Clarke received recognition for his exceptional work. His painting titled "Finding the Body of Harold" won him a prestigious painting prize in 1845, highlighting his ability to evoke emotion through art. In 1884, he became a member of the Royal Academy (RA), solidifying his status as an esteemed artist. James Clarke's fascination with marine life is evident in several of his works such as "Fish from the Dogger Bank" and "The Bonxie, Shetland. " These paintings depict scenes from different coastal regions with incredible attention to detail. One cannot overlook James Clarke's talent for capturing maritime themes like in "Deep Sea Fishing" or exploring human emotions as seen in "Word from the missing. " His artwork reflects not only technical skill but also deep understanding and empathy towards various subjects.