The Bull and Heifer specialises in British sporting, equestrian and naval art, presented from a carefully formed private collection acquired over many years through established auction houses and specialist channels.

The works offered reflect the enduring visual culture of the British countryside and maritime tradition: hunting and polo scenes, equine portraiture, yachting and naval subjects. These are pictures originally commissioned or purchased by those closely related to the worlds they depict, the country houses, regimental messes, clubs and private studies. These are works to be lived with rather than exhibited.

Selection is guided by quality of execution, authenticity of subject and a restrained confidence of hand. Emphasis is placed on works that communicate character and atmosphere with economy and assurance. Attribution is handled with care and precision, and every description is grounded in observation rather than speculation.

Condition is described transparently, provenance recorded where available.

The Bull and Heifer operates in the manner of a traditional private dealer: discrete, selective and measured. The intention is not breadth but depth, thus offering a considered group of works to collectors, interior designer and institutions seeking material of character and integrity.

Our aim is to place distinguished sporting and maritime pictures in settings where they properly belong, and to build lasting relationships founded on trust, knowledge and discernment.

Alexander Bishop

The Bull and Heifer - Founder and Principal