A Life Immersed in Horses and Coaching: The World of Charles Cooper Henderson Charles Cooper Henderson, a name perhaps less instantly recognizable than some of his contemporaries, nevertheless occupies a significant niche within the pantheon of 19th-century British artists. Born on June 14, 1803, at Abbey House in Chertsey, Surrey, Henderson dedicated his life to capturing the dynamism and romance of equestrian pursuits, particularly the golden age of coaching. His lineage was one of both artistic inclination and intellectual pursuit; his father, John Henderson, was an amateur artist and pat…