Alfred Wheeler (1852 – 1932)

Painter of Hunt Scenes and Animals from Somerset

Alfred Wheeler was born near Bath, Somerset, England in 1852. He specialised in hunt scenes and animal portraiture, particularly horses, following in the footsteps of his father, John Alfred (Arnold) Wheeler, who was also highly regarded for similar work.

Career and Commissions

• Painted horses and dogs for the gentry, making a lucrative living through commissions
• Exhibited from time to time at the Royal Academy and other major venues
• Worked extensively on commissioned pieces, often keeping him too busy for frequent exhibitions

Legacy

Alfred Wheeler’s horse portraits and hunt scenes are highly sought after today and, like his father’s work, are considered to be of very high quality. His paintings continue to be celebrated for their lifelike detail and skilful depiction of animals in action.