{"title":"Animal \u0026 Wildlife Paintings","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eA curated selection of British and European animal and wildlife paintings spanning the eighteenth to early twentieth century.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover \u003cstrong\u003eanimal portraits\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ewildlife paintings\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003edog paintings\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eequestrian subjects\u003c\/strong\u003e, celebrating the character, beauty and artistic representation of animals across British and European art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach work is individually researched and carefully curated by Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"victorian-scottish-highland-painting-of-cattle-by-aster-richard-chilton-corbould","title":"Victorian Scottish Highland Painting Of Cattle By Aster Richard Chilton Could","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBring a little of the Scottish Highlands into your home with this stunning Victorian painting of Highland cattle. An exquisite piece by Aster Richard Chilton Could, it's certain to awaken a love of the rustic beauty of Scotland in your space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSubject Scottish Highland Longhorn cattle portrait acing left in side profile.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSigned by the world-famous English artist Aster Could.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is a fine example of his work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAster Richard Chilton Could, was born at Easton, Suffolk on 17 September 1811 and baptized at St George's, Bloomsbury and at Easton, son of Thomas Richard Could (1783-1865), of the Bank of England, and his wife Mary née Chilton (1789-1853), who married at Afford, Suffolk on 3 September 1810.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA celebrated painter of sporting animals and portraits and exhibited 35 works at the Royal Academy, 32 at the British Institute and 48 at Suffolk Street Galleries between 1842 and 1877.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAster was also a lithographer and amongst his patrons was the Earl and Countess of Ross hire.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHe married at Clay gate, Surrey on 27 April 1848, Elizabeth Royal Her, who died 15 January 1914, aged 87. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAster died at his residence on 31 October 1882 and buried at Hempstead.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThey had six children. At the Suffolk Fine Arts Association exhibition at Ipswich in 1850 was exhibited by A. Could 'Jack-in-the-Box' which could also have been by Alfred Could [q.v.] but his 'Deer Stalkers in the Highlands' is labelled A R C Could and another 'Park with Fallow Deer' by Aster R C Could were in the same exhibition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFinest artwork top quality depiction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSuch master fine brushstroke control.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSo finely painted watercolor on paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSet in original fancy ornate floral decorated gilt frame.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eProvenance bought from out of a stately home private museum collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHanging chain on the back ready for home display.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCirca late mid 19th century dated 1864.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe select \u0026amp; sell our paintings based solely upon quality \u0026amp; significance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCondition report.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOffered in fine used condition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHaving various noticeable scuffs, stains, scratches wear \u0026amp; chips to the frame \u0026amp; foxing stains, dust in places to the painting surface also small tear to lining on the back commensurate with usage \u0026amp; age.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe offer our clients exceptional professional customer service.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eInternational buyers worldwide shipping is available.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eViewings are welcome by appointment only for customer support please send a message thank you.  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBrowse our other exciting Fine Arts, antiques \u0026amp; collectibles available in our shop gallery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions in centimetres of the frame\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHigh (56cm)  \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWide (73cm)    \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDepth (6cm)\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32388750245924,"sku":"1101","price":3900.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0201\/2227\/1808\/products\/victorian-scottish-highland-portrait-painting-of-cattle-by-aster-richard-chilton-corbould-482437.jpg?v=1687013173"},{"product_id":"victorian-sporting-oil-painting-game-dogs-signed-robert-cleminson-1864-1903","title":"Victorian Sporting Oil Painting Game Dogs Signed Robert Cleminson (1864-1903)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"116\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"114\"\u003eVictorian English Oil Painting – Sporting “Game Dogs” – Signed Robert Cleminson\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"118\" data-end=\"121\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"123\" data-end=\"148\"\u003e🎯 Subject \u0026amp; Medium\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"150\" data-end=\"581\"\u003eA characterful and atmospheric Victorian sporting oil painting titled \u003cstrong data-start=\"220\" data-end=\"235\"\u003e“Game Dogs”\u003c\/strong\u003e, by the listed British artist \u003cstrong data-start=\"266\" data-end=\"298\"\u003eRobert Cleminson (1864–1903)\u003c\/strong\u003e. Painted in \u003cstrong data-start=\"311\" data-end=\"328\"\u003eoil on canvas laid on board\u003c\/strong\u003e, it shows two game dogs at rest with their quarry in a Highland setting and dates to the \u003cstrong data-start=\"418\" data-end=\"439\"\u003elate 19th century\u003c\/strong\u003e (circa 1880–1900). This is exactly the sort of painting prized by collectors of \u003cstrong data-start=\"520\" data-end=\"578\"\u003esporting art, dog pictures and country house interiors\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"583\" data-end=\"586\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"588\" data-end=\"620\"\u003e🎨 Composition \u0026amp; Technique\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"622\" data-end=\"870\"\u003eThe scene unfolds in a \u003cstrong data-start=\"645\" data-end=\"676\"\u003eScottish Highland landscape\u003c\/strong\u003e, with distant mountains and a softly clouded sky creating depth and mood. Cleminson draws the viewer’s gaze to the foreground, where the two dogs occupy a gentle rise of \u003cstrong data-start=\"847\" data-end=\"867\"\u003elush green grass\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"872\" data-end=\"1260\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"876\" data-end=\"899\"\u003ewhite and brown dog\u003c\/strong\u003e, placed almost front-on, lies at ease, its pose suggesting the calm fatigue that follows a successful day’s shooting. Beside it, the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1033\" data-end=\"1046\"\u003eblack dog\u003c\/strong\u003e stands or sits alertly in side profile, head turned to the right as though listening for its master’s return. This interplay of relaxation and watchfulness adds narrative tension and personality to the painting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1262\" data-end=\"1667\"\u003eTo the right, two \u003cstrong data-start=\"1280\" data-end=\"1304\"\u003elarge stone boulders\u003c\/strong\u003e act as a solid structural counterweight. Leaning against them is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1372\" data-end=\"1401\"\u003esubstantial wicker basket\u003c\/strong\u003e brimming with \u003cstrong data-start=\"1416\" data-end=\"1430\"\u003egame birds\u003c\/strong\u003e, their bodies spilling over the rim to display the spoils of the day. Behind, the ground rises toward hills and mountains painted in muted greens, browns and blue-grey tones, suggesting heather, rock and distance under Highland light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1669\" data-end=\"2157\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"1673\" data-end=\"1686\"\u003ebrushwork\u003c\/strong\u003e is assured and varied. The dogs’ coats are rendered with short, textured strokes that catch light and define muscle and fur. The feathers of the game are described with softer, more delicate touches, while the grass and earth are built up in layers of greens and ochres, giving a convincing sense of damp, uneven terrain. The colour harmony is warm but natural, with rich browns, blacks and whites in the animals and basket set against cooler greens and distant blues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2159\" data-end=\"2435\"\u003eThe lighting is gentle and diffused, with restrained highlights on the dogs and basket implying late afternoon or early evening. The overall impression is one of control, detail and confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2437\" data-end=\"2440\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2442\" data-end=\"2470\"\u003e👨🎨 About the Artist\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2472\" data-end=\"2800\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2472\" data-end=\"2504\"\u003eRobert Cleminson (1864–1903)\u003c\/strong\u003e was a British painter best known for his \u003cstrong data-start=\"2546\" data-end=\"2600\"\u003esporting subjects, landscapes and animal paintings\u003c\/strong\u003e, particularly \u003cstrong data-start=\"2615\" data-end=\"2641\"\u003edogs and Highland game\u003c\/strong\u003e. His works catered directly to Victorian tastes for country pursuits, field sports and rural life, and remain popular with collectors in Britain and abroad.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2802\" data-end=\"3135\"\u003eHe exhibited \u003cstrong data-start=\"2815\" data-end=\"2855\"\u003eten works at the British Institution\u003c\/strong\u003e, an important exhibiting body founded as a rival to the Royal Academy and housed at \u003cstrong data-start=\"2940\" data-end=\"2994\"\u003eBoydell’s Shakespeare Gallery in Pall Mall, London\u003c\/strong\u003e. He also exhibited further paintings at the \u003cstrong data-start=\"3039\" data-end=\"3069\"\u003eSociety of British Artists\u003c\/strong\u003e, Suffolk Street, another key London venue for 19th-century art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3430\" data-end=\"3433\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3435\" data-end=\"3450\"\u003e✍️ Signed\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3452\" data-end=\"3627\"\u003eThe painting is \u003cstrong data-start=\"3468\" data-end=\"3497\"\u003esigned “Robert Cleminson”\u003c\/strong\u003e at the lower left. The signature is in keeping with Cleminson’s known hand and typical positioning, supporting the attribution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3629\" data-end=\"3632\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3634\" data-end=\"3666\"\u003e📜 Historical Significance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3668\" data-end=\"3980\"\u003eThis work is an excellent illustration of \u003cstrong data-start=\"3710\" data-end=\"3740\"\u003eVictorian sporting culture\u003c\/strong\u003e, when paintings of hunts, dogs and game were central to the decoration of country houses and sporting lodges. Such images spoke of land, leisure and lifestyle and would often hang in gun rooms, halls, smoking rooms and gentlemen’s clubs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3982\" data-end=\"4361\"\u003eIt sits firmly within the Victorian tradition of \u003cstrong data-start=\"4031\" data-end=\"4053\"\u003eanimal portraiture\u003c\/strong\u003e, where dogs are portrayed not only as working animals but as valued companions and emblems of loyalty, discipline and refinement. The Highland setting feeds into the 19th-century romantic vision of Scotland as a landscape of sport and natural grandeur, a fashionable subject for patrons and artists alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4363\" data-end=\"4498\"\u003eToday, a painting like this still brings that world into the home, combining decorative strength with social and historical interest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"4500\" data-end=\"4503\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"4505\" data-end=\"4520\"\u003e🖼 Framed\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4522\" data-end=\"4823\"\u003eThe painting is presented in its \u003cstrong data-start=\"4555\" data-end=\"4583\"\u003eoriginal gilt wood frame\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is both substantial and decorative. The frame is of good late Victorian quality, weighing approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"4695\" data-end=\"4713\"\u003e8 kg unwrapped\u003c\/strong\u003e, and is enriched with \u003cstrong data-start=\"4736\" data-end=\"4781\"\u003emoulded floral and foliate gesso ornament\u003c\/strong\u003e that perfectly complements the subject.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4825\" data-end=\"5200\"\u003eA \u003cstrong data-start=\"4827\" data-end=\"4859\"\u003efront protective glass cover\u003c\/strong\u003e sits over the canvas, helping to shield the paint surface from dust and casual contact. The rear is enclosed with a board backing, and a hanging thread is already attached, so the piece is \u003cstrong data-start=\"5049\" data-end=\"5076\"\u003eready to hang and enjoy \u003c\/strong\u003eimmediately. The survival of the original frame greatly enhances the authenticity, presence and period charm of the work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"5202\" data-end=\"5205\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"5207\" data-end=\"5220\"\u003e📏 Size\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5222\" data-end=\"5596\"\u003eIncluding the frame, the overall dimensions are approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"5284\" data-end=\"5316\"\u003e56.5 cm (22.24 in) in height\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"5318\" data-end=\"5347\"\u003e66 cm (25.98 in) in width\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong data-start=\"5353\" data-end=\"5380\"\u003e9 cm (3.54 in) in depth\u003c\/strong\u003e. This makes it a very pleasing \u003cstrong data-start=\"5412\" data-end=\"5447\"\u003emedium-sized statement painting\u003c\/strong\u003e: bold enough to command a wall, yet compact enough to sit comfortably above a fireplace, on a feature wall, or within a study, library or hallway.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"5598\" data-end=\"5601\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"5603\" data-end=\"5622\"\u003e🧾 Provenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5624\" data-end=\"5687\"\u003eThe painting has a well-documented and attractive provenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5689\" data-end=\"5897\"\u003eIt began in a \u003cstrong data-start=\"5703\" data-end=\"5747\"\u003eprivate collection in the United Kingdom\u003c\/strong\u003e, acquired in the late 19th or early 20th century. It then remained by descent or through subsequent UK ownership until it was consigned to auction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5899\" data-end=\"6186\"\u003eIt appeared at \u003cstrong data-start=\"5914\" data-end=\"5955\"\u003eBamfords Auctioneers \u0026amp; Valuers, Derby\u003c\/strong\u003e, in an \u003cem data-start=\"5963\" data-end=\"5987\"\u003eInteriors \u0026amp; Collectors\u003c\/em\u003e sale on \u003cstrong data-start=\"5996\" data-end=\"6015\"\u003e2 December 2020\u003c\/strong\u003e, catalogued as lot \u003cstrong data-start=\"6035\" data-end=\"6043\"\u003e1019\u003c\/strong\u003e, and again in a further sale on \u003cstrong data-start=\"6076\" data-end=\"6095\"\u003e13 January 2021\u003c\/strong\u003e as lot \u003cstrong data-start=\"6103\" data-end=\"6110\"\u003e196\u003c\/strong\u003e. Auction labels from Bamfords remain affixed to the reverse of the frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6188\" data-end=\"6512\"\u003eFrom Bamfords, the painting was \u003cstrong data-start=\"6220\" data-end=\"6269\"\u003epurchased by Cheshire Antiques Consultant\u003c\/strong\u003e, UK, acting as dealer. Between \u003cstrong data-start=\"6301\" data-end=\"6318\"\u003e2021 and 2024\u003c\/strong\u003e, it was offered by Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD across several established online platforms, including \u003cstrong data-start=\"6426\" data-end=\"6509\"\u003eLoveAntiques, Antiques-Atlas, Ruby Lane, Vinterior, Chairish, Pamono and others\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6514\" data-end=\"6802\"\u003eIt was subsequently \u003cstrong data-start=\"6534\" data-end=\"6590\"\u003econsigned to NY Elizabeth, Beverly Hills, California\u003c\/strong\u003e, and offered via \u003cstrong data-start=\"6608\" data-end=\"6627\"\u003eLiveAuctioneers\u003c\/strong\u003e online sales during \u003cstrong data-start=\"6648\" data-end=\"6661\"\u003e2023–2024\u003c\/strong\u003e, described as \u003cem data-start=\"6676\" data-end=\"6727\"\u003e“Game Dogs” Oil Painting, signed Robert Cleminson\u003c\/em\u003e. These appearances are traceable through Barnebys and MutualArt records.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6804\" data-end=\"7037\"\u003eAfterwards, the painting was \u003cstrong data-start=\"6833\" data-end=\"6896\"\u003ereturned to or retained by Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD\u003c\/strong\u003e and is \u003cstrong data-start=\"6904\" data-end=\"6936\"\u003ecurrently offered on eBay UK\u003c\/strong\u003e under the title \u003cem data-start=\"6953\" data-end=\"7034\"\u003eVictorian Oil Painting Sporting “Game Dogs” Signed Robert Cleminson (1864–1903)\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"7039\" data-end=\"7186\"\u003eThis clear chain of ownership, supported by labels verso and online records, is reassuring to collectors and adds interest to the work’s history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"7188\" data-end=\"7191\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"7193\" data-end=\"7220\"\u003e❤️ Why You’ll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"7222\" data-end=\"7499\"\u003e✅ This painting distils everything that makes Victorian sporting art so irresistible: two characterful game dogs, their quarry laid out in a wicker basket, and a brooding Highland landscape that instantly conjures the atmosphere of the shooting field and country estate life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"7501\" data-end=\"7717\"\u003e✅ It is the work of a recognised, listed artist, \u003cstrong data-start=\"7550\" data-end=\"7570\"\u003eRobert Cleminson\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a documented exhibition history and a solid auction track record, giving confidence both from an art-historical and collecting standpoint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"7719\" data-end=\"7972\"\u003e✅ The original gilt frame, with its deep profile, moulded floral decoration and warm gold leaf, greatly amplifies the painting’s impact and allows it to integrate seamlessly into traditional, country house, lodge, library or gentleman’s study schemes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"7974\" data-end=\"8194\"\u003e✅ On the wall it naturally becomes a focal point and talking piece; guests are drawn to the dogs, the game and the Highland setting, and the painting offers ample opportunity to share its provenance, story and context.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"8196\" data-end=\"8425\"\u003e✅ For anyone who loves period works, this picture delivers that rare blend of quality, subject, patina and history that makes \u003cstrong data-start=\"8340\" data-end=\"8368\"\u003e19th-century British art\u003c\/strong\u003e such a pleasure to live with and to collect over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"8427\" data-end=\"8430\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"8432\" data-end=\"8450\"\u003e🔍 Condition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"8452\" data-end=\"8683\"\u003eThe painting is offered in \u003cstrong data-start=\"8479\" data-end=\"8509\"\u003efine, used, worn condition\u003c\/strong\u003e, consistent with its age. Importantly, \u003cstrong data-start=\"8549\" data-end=\"8586\"\u003ethe frame is original to the work\u003c\/strong\u003e, and the \u003cstrong data-start=\"8596\" data-end=\"8622\"\u003efront protective glass\u003c\/strong\u003e has helped to guard the paint surface from further damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"8685\" data-end=\"9094\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"8689\" data-end=\"8698\"\u003eframe\u003c\/strong\u003e shows wear one expects from an original late Victorian surround. There are areas of \u003cstrong data-start=\"8795\" data-end=\"8820\"\u003egilt loss and rubbing\u003c\/strong\u003e, particularly on the raised mouldings, and \u003cstrong data-start=\"8864\" data-end=\"8921\"\u003ecracking and localised losses to the gesso decoration\u003c\/strong\u003e around the edges, together with visible scuffs, wear and small chips. Also some repairs \u0026amp; over painting.These are entirely commensurate with age and contribute to the frame’s antique appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"9096\" data-end=\"9463\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"9100\" data-end=\"9110\"\u003ecanvas\u003c\/strong\u003e exhibits scattered \u003cstrong data-start=\"9130\" data-end=\"9159\"\u003efoxing and minor staining\u003c\/strong\u003e, visible on closer inspection, along with areas of \u003cstrong data-start=\"9211\" data-end=\"9225\"\u003ecraquelure\u003c\/strong\u003e – the fine network of age-related cracking typical of 19th-century oils. 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This original artwork is sure to be a stunning accent to any room, with its classic yet timeless style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\"\u003eSubject animal scene of Scottish Cattle in Water Meadow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\"\u003eAttributed to the artist William Fleming, auction label \u0026amp; attribution label verso.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\"\u003eUnsigned.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\"\u003eCirca early 19th century.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\"\u003eOil on canvas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\"\u003eSet in a late gilt fiberglass frame.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\"\u003eSuch a delightful scene to the eye. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\"\u003eProvenance label verso\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\"\u003eHighly sought after due to the collectible nature of the subject and such elaborate detail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\"\u003eThe brushwork is of the highest exceptional quality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\"\u003eWith hanging thread on the back ready for immediate home display.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\"\u003eIncredible conversation piece for your guests.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\"\u003eWe only select \u0026amp; sell paintings based upon subject, quality \u0026amp; significance.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\"\u003eWe provide our clients with friendly professional customer service.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\"\u003eCondition report.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\"\u003eOffered in fine used worn old condition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\"\u003eHaving various foxing staining, craquement also retouch ups in areas to the canvas and paint loss in places also stretcher marks showing to the surface and back. With noticeable scuffs, wear, small chips, \u0026amp; previous repairs to the frame commensurate with usage \u0026amp; old age.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\"\u003eInternational buyers worldwide shipping is available.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\"\u003eViewings are welcome by appointment only for customer support. 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Their attention has been caught by something hidden within the shadows of a rustic barn, and Edward Armfield chooses this moment of suspended action as the subject of \u003cem\u003eA Sharp Lookout\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis original 19th century British oil painting demonstrates the narrative appeal that made working-dog subjects so successful within Victorian sporting art. Nothing needs to be shown of the quarry itself. The expressions, posture and collective concentration of the terriers tell the story.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArmfield gives each animal a distinct presence. Their differently marked coats emerge against the subdued browns and ochres of the barn, while the darker interior concentrates the eye upon the dogs themselves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe resulting painting operates on two levels: as an appealing study of three terriers and as a small piece of Victorian rural storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts traditional title is particularly appropriate. \u003cem\u003eA Sharp Lookout\u003c\/em\u003e describes not simply what the dogs are doing but the atmosphere of expectation that governs the entire composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Artist — Edward Armfield\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEdward Armfield occupies an interesting position within 19th century British animal painting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe became particularly associated with terriers and other working dogs, often placing them within barns, stables and rustic interiors where their instinctive behaviour could provide the narrative focus of a painting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRatting and rabbiting subjects were especially suited to this approach. 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Tunnicliffe OBE RA, depicting a song thrush perched upon a flowering branch and captured at the moment of song.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bird is presented in an upright vertical composition, its alert profile and open beak evoking the distinctive repeated phrases for which the species is known. The flowering branch introduces diagonal movement and a gentle seasonal quality, balancing close ornithological observation with an elegantly resolved decorative arrangement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInitialled “CT” within the lower margin, the watercolour reflects the qualities for which Tunnicliffe’s mature wildlife studies are particularly admired: disciplined draughtsmanship, natural colouring and a sympathetic understanding of the living bird.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCatalogue Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArtist: Charles Frederick Tunnicliffe OBE RA\u003cbr\u003eArtist’s dates: 1901–1979\u003cbr\u003eTitle: Song Thrush on a Flowering Branch\u003cbr\u003eDate: Circa 1950s\u003cbr\u003ePeriod: Mid-20th century\u003cbr\u003eSchool: British School\u003cbr\u003eCountry of origin: Great Britain\u003cbr\u003eMedium: Watercolour on paper\u003cbr\u003eSubject: Song thrush, Turdus philomelos\u003cbr\u003eSignature: Initialled “CT” within the lower margin\u003cbr\u003eOrientation: Portrait\u003cbr\u003eFrame: Later wooden frame, believed to be oak\u003cbr\u003eMount: Cream double mount with a fine line detail\u003cbr\u003eVerso: Auction and exhibition labels\u003cbr\u003ePresentation: Framed, glazed and ready for hanging\u003cbr\u003eCatalogue designation: By Charles F. Tunnicliffe OBE RA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCatalogue Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition places the song thrush prominently against an open, pale background, allowing the bird’s silhouette, feather structure and characteristic markings to remain the principal focus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe flowering branch rises diagonally through the composition, counterbalancing the bird’s upright stance and introducing a natural rhythm. Small blossoms provide restrained areas of softer colour without distracting from the ornithological subject.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLayered translucent washes establish the bird’s volume and tonal modelling. Fine lines and delicate dry-brush marks articulate the feathers, beak, eye and surface of the branch, while the warm brown plumage is balanced by softer grey and cream passages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bird is not presented as a static specimen but as a living creature observed during one of its most characteristic behaviours. Its open beak, alert eye and elevated position communicate the act of song with economy and conviction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result combines the descriptive clarity of a natural-history study with the compositional balance of an independent work of fine art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Song Thrush\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe song thrush, Turdus philomelos, is among the most familiar and distinctive British songbirds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts warm brown upper plumage, pale spotted breast and upright posture make it readily recognisable. Its song is particularly notable for the repetition of short, clear musical phrases, often delivered from an exposed branch or elevated perch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe species has long appeared in British literature, poetry and natural-history art. Its seasonal song has traditionally been associated with spring, renewal and the persistence of nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the present watercolour, the open beak and elevated position capture this familiar aspect of the bird’s behaviour. The flowering branch reinforces the seasonal character of the composition without overwhelming its closely observed ornithological detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Artist\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCharles Frederick Tunnicliffe OBE RA was one of the most accomplished and widely admired British wildlife artists of the 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBorn near Macclesfield in Cheshire in 1901, he studied at the Royal College of Art in London. His early career encompassed printmaking and book illustration, and he became particularly celebrated for his ability to combine disciplined observation with artistic sensitivity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTunnicliffe illustrated numerous publications, including Henry Williamson’s Tarka the Otter, and worked across watercolour, drawing, wood engraving, etching and oil painting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1947, he moved from Cheshire to Anglesey, where the landscape, estuary and abundant birdlife surrounding his home at Malltraeth provided lasting inspiration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe became an Associate of the Royal Academy in 1944 and was elected a full Royal Academician in 1954. He was later appointed OBE for his contribution to British art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTunnicliffe’s bird studies are admired for their precision and vitality. Rather than presenting wildlife as stiff scientific specimens, he portrayed birds as living creatures observed within their natural surroundings, combining anatomical understanding with an acute awareness of posture, movement and behaviour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA substantial body of his studio work, including drawings, sketchbooks and watercolours, is preserved by Oriel Môn on Anglesey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe present watercolour, initialled “CT”, exemplifies his ability to unite ornithological accuracy with refined composition and restrained natural colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProvenance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEarly private collection, Lancashire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRogers Jones \u0026amp; Co., The Welsh Sale, Cardiff, Lot 224.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSubsequently acquired and curated by Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD®.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginal auction tagging and verso labels accompany the work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExhibition History\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Famous Lord Hill Museum, Shropshire — privately exhibited during January 2026.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn exhibition label is retained upon the reverse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisible painting:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeight: Approximately 25 cm or 9.8 inches\u003cbr\u003eWidth: Approximately 22 cm or 8.7 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall framed dimensions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeight: Approximately 46 cm or 18.1 inches\u003cbr\u003eWidth: Approximately 40 cm or 15.7 inches\u003cbr\u003eDepth: Approximately 1.5 cm or 0.6 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll measurements are approximate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePresentation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe watercolour is presented within a sympathetic later wooden frame, believed to be oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA cream double mount with a restrained line detail provides visual depth while complementing the natural colouring of the bird and flowering branch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe work is professionally backed and secured. Auction and exhibition labels remain attached to the reverse, preserving evidence of its ownership and display history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe painting is glazed and ready for hanging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition Report\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe watercolour presents in excellent vintage condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo active foxing, significant staining or obvious pigment loss has been observed through the current glazing. The colours remain fresh, and the principal details are clearly defined.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mount and glazing appear secure. The wooden frame displays age- and use-related wear, including scuffing and scratch marks along the upper section.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe work has not been removed from its frame for examination. The condition of the entire sheet, its margins and the areas beneath the mount therefore cannot be confirmed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor prolonged display, particularly in a brightly lit environment, the future use of conservation-standard ultraviolet-filtering glazing may be considered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll photographs form an integral part of the condition description and should be examined carefully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProfessional insured delivery is available throughout the United Kingdom and internationally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe framed and glazed watercolour will be carefully protected and securely packaged for transit. Delivery will be tracked and insured wherever available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease contact us for further shipping information or an international quotation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAttribution and Research\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe historical observations, provenance research, attribution analysis and contextual commentary presented within this catalogue entry represent the professional opinion of Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD®. They are offered in good faith as informed scholarly assessments based upon the available evidence, comparative research, published reference material and our experience within the international fine art market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese observations should be understood as professional opinions rather than definitive statements of fact or guarantees of authorship, attribution, date, origin, provenance or historical interpretation. As with all historic works of art, future documentary discoveries, technical examination, conservation analysis or advances in academic research may refine, expand or revise current interpretations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertificate of Sale \u0026amp; Dealer Attribution\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe artwork will be supplied with a Certificate of Sale \u0026amp; Dealer Attribution issued by Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD®, recording the artwork’s catalogue details, attribution, provenance as stated, and details of the sale. This document accompanies the work as part of its ongoing ownership and provenance record.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCheshire Antiques Consultant LTD®\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecialising in carefully curated British and European fine art, antiques and historic works of art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery artwork is professionally researched and catalogued using comparative scholarship, published reference material and more than two decades of experience within the international fine art market. We are committed to offering collectors works of artistic and historical merit accompanied by transparent provenance research, detailed catalogue descriptions and professional, client-focused service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdditional photographs and further information are available upon request.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40166908068012,"sku":"k347","price":15000.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0201\/2227\/1808\/products\/watercolour-chirping-song-thrush-bird-by-charles-frederick-tunnicliffe-obe-ra-510485.jpg?v=1694962930"},{"product_id":"watercolour-painting-birds-jays-signed-donald-watson","title":"Watercolour Painting Birds Jays Signed Donald Watson","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"164\" data-end=\"260\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal Donald Watson (1918–2005) Signed Mixed Media Jays on Larch 1957 | Scottish Wildlife Art\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"262\" data-end=\"348\"\u003e━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"350\" data-end=\"369\"\u003e🐦 Subject \u0026amp; Medium\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"371\" data-end=\"633\"\u003eA superb original mixed media painting on paper by celebrated British wildlife artist, ornithologist and author Donald Watson (1918–2005), depicting two beautifully observed Eurasian Jays (Garrulus glandarius) perched amongst the branches of a mature larch tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"635\" data-end=\"964\"\u003ePainted in 1957, this early work captures the intelligence, elegance and vibrant plumage of one of Britain's most charismatic woodland birds. Watson's remarkable ability to combine scientific observation with artistic excellence makes this both an exceptional ornithological study and an outstanding work of British wildlife art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"966\" data-end=\"1062\"\u003ePresented beneath protective glass in its original light oak frame, ready for immediate display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1064\" data-end=\"1150\"\u003e━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1152\" data-end=\"1178\"\u003e🎨 Composition \u0026amp; Technique\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1180\" data-end=\"1348\"\u003eDonald Watson was renowned for portraying birds within their natural habitat rather than as isolated subjects, and this painting perfectly demonstrates that philosophy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1350\" data-end=\"1719\"\u003eExecuted in mixed media with watercolour, the delicately rendered larch branches provide a natural setting while subtle brushwork conveys texture, movement and atmosphere. Brilliant cobalt-blue wing feathers contrast beautifully with warm pink-brown plumage and bold black facial markings, showcasing Watson's exceptional draughtsmanship and years of field observation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"1807\"\u003e━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1809\" data-end=\"1830\"\u003e📜 Historical Context\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1832\" data-end=\"2001\"\u003eCreated in 1957, this early work predates many of the exhibitions, publications and honours that established Donald Watson as one of Britain's foremost wildlife artists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2003\" data-end=\"2313\"\u003eThe Eurasian Jay is Britain's most colourful member of the crow family, renowned for its intelligence and woodland habits. Famous for burying thousands of acorns each autumn, Jays play an important role in the regeneration of native oak forests and have long inspired wildlife artists and ornithologists alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2315\" data-end=\"2401\"\u003e━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2403\" data-end=\"2425\"\u003e👨🎨 About the Artist\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2427\" data-end=\"2528\"\u003eDonald Watson (1918–2005) ranks amongst the finest British wildlife artists of the twentieth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2530\" data-end=\"2719\"\u003eEncouraged by the renowned bird painter Archibald Thorburn, Watson later became a founding member of the Scottish Ornithologists' Club and helped establish the Isle of May Bird Observatory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2721\" data-end=\"2932\"\u003eFollowing studies at Oxford University and military service in India during the Second World War, he devoted his career to painting Britain's birdlife with remarkable scientific accuracy and artistic refinement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2934\" data-end=\"3164\"\u003eHis work was exhibited at the Royal Scottish Academy, Royal Glasgow Institute of the Fine Arts and the Royal Institute, alongside successful solo exhibitions in Edinburgh, London, Glasgow, Oxford, Dumfries, Toronto and Luxembourg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3166\" data-end=\"3262\"\u003eHe illustrated more than thirty books, including The Oxford Book of British Birds, and authored:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3264\" data-end=\"3299\"\u003e• Birds of Moor and Mountain (1972)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3301\" data-end=\"3325\"\u003e• The Hen Harrier (1977)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3327\" data-end=\"3361\"\u003e• A Bird Artist in Scotland (1988)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3363\" data-end=\"3388\"\u003e• One Pair of Eyes (1994)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3390\" data-end=\"3520\"\u003eWatson also served as President of the Scottish Ornithologists' Club and was a founding member of the Society of Wildlife Artists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3522\" data-end=\"3608\"\u003e━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3610\" data-end=\"3622\"\u003e✍️ Signature\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3624\" data-end=\"3660\"\u003eSigned by the artist and dated 1957.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3662\" data-end=\"3748\"\u003e━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3750\" data-end=\"3769\"\u003e🖼️ Framed \u0026amp; Glazed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3771\" data-end=\"3871\"\u003ePresented beneath protective glass in its original light oak frame with hanging cord to the reverse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3873\" data-end=\"3906\"\u003eReady for immediate wall display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3908\" data-end=\"3994\"\u003e━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3996\" data-end=\"4011\"\u003e📏 Measurements\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4013\" data-end=\"4018\"\u003eFrame\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4020\" data-end=\"4050\"\u003e• Height: 35 cm (13.78 inches)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4052\" data-end=\"4081\"\u003e• Width: 47 cm (18.50 inches)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4083\" data-end=\"4112\"\u003e• Depth: 1.5 cm (0.59 inches)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4114\" data-end=\"4127\"\u003eVisible Image\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4129\" data-end=\"4158\"\u003e• Width: 33 cm (12.99 inches)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4160\" data-end=\"4191\"\u003e• Height: 19.5 cm (7.68 inches)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4193\" data-end=\"4279\"\u003e━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4281\" data-end=\"4295\"\u003e🏛️ Provenance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4297\" data-end=\"4398\"\u003eOriginally purchased by J. M. Dickson directly from Donald Watson at his home, 47 Main Street, Dalry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4400\" data-end=\"4498\"\u003eFollowing J. M. Dickson's death, the painting passed by descent to his son, Douglas of Leominster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4500\" data-end=\"4659\"\u003eIt was subsequently offered through Keys Fine Art Auctioneers, retaining both the original auction label and handwritten provenance inscription to the reverse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4661\" data-end=\"4749\"\u003eLater acquired from a respected antiques dealer exhibiting at the Aintree Antiques Fair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4751\" data-end=\"4810\"\u003eProfessionally curated by Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4812\" data-end=\"4887\"\u003eSubsequently privately loaned and exhibited at the Famous Lord Hill Museum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4889\" data-end=\"4975\"\u003e━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4977\" data-end=\"4997\"\u003e✨ Why You'll Love It\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4999\" data-end=\"5051\"\u003e• Original signed Donald Watson mixed media painting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5053\" data-end=\"5065\"\u003e• Dated 1957\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5067\" data-end=\"5105\"\u003e• Beautiful study of two Eurasian Jays\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5107\" data-end=\"5165\"\u003e• Early work by one of Britain's foremost wildlife artists\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5167\" data-end=\"5200\"\u003e• Excellent documented provenance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5202\" data-end=\"5235\"\u003e• Original period light oak frame\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5237\" data-end=\"5266\"\u003e• Ready for immediate display\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5268\" data-end=\"5353\"\u003e• Ideal for collectors of Scottish Fine Art, British wildlife art and natural history\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5394\" data-end=\"5480\"\u003e━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━🔍 Condition Report\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5503\" data-end=\"5537\"\u003eOffered in fine vintage condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5539\" data-end=\"5672\"\u003eThe artwork is well preserved with strong colour, excellent definition and an attractive overall appearance beneath protective glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5674\" data-end=\"5853\"\u003eThe original light oak frame displays minor age-related scuffs, scratches and small chips consistent with age and careful handling. The protective glass remains in good condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5855\" data-end=\"5966\"\u003ePlease study all photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the description and condition report.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReady for immediate display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" dir=\"auto\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[1px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group\/thread-bottom-container relative isolate z-10 w-full basis-auto has-data-has-thread-error:pt-2 has-data-has-thread-error:[box-shadow:var(--sharp-edge-bottom-shadow)] md:border-transparent md:pt-0 dark:border-white\/20 md:dark:border-transparent content-fade single-line flex flex-col\" id=\"thread-bottom-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-token-text-secondary relative mt-auto flex min-h-8 w-full items-center justify-center p-2 text-center text-xs md:px-[60px]\"\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorldwide Shipping Available — Professionally packaged and fully insured for secure international delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable exclusively through Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD — Inquire now to secure this unique piece.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40722643583148,"sku":"CAC-SK-0495","price":2950.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0201\/2227\/1808\/products\/Mix7878ed-Media-Painting-Jays-Perched-Larch-full-1A-2048-10.10-179ab4a7-f.png?v=1634828925"},{"product_id":"scottish-watercolour-redwing-signed-ralston-gudgeon","title":"Scottish Watercolour Redwing Signed Ralston Gudgeon","description":"\u003ch2\u003e🖼️ Original Ralston Gudgeon RSW (1910–1984) Watercolour of a Redwing in Flight | Scottish Wildlife Fine Art | Framed\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e────────────────────────────────────────\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🐦 Subject \u0026amp; Medium\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn original mid-20th century watercolour on paper by the celebrated Scottish wildlife artist Ralston Gudgeon RSW (1910–1984), depicting a beautifully observed Redwing captured in flight as it prepares to settle on a branch. Executed with great sensitivity and control, the work beautifully conveys the elegance, movement and alert natural character of this much-loved migratory thrush.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe painting is presented beneath protective glass in its original gilt wooden frame, giving it an appealing period presentation and making it ready for immediate display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e────────────────────────────────────────\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🎨 Composition \u0026amp; Technique\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis accomplished ornithological study demonstrates Gudgeon’s remarkable ability to unite careful natural observation with refined artistic expression. The Redwing is portrayed with exceptional accuracy, from its distinctive cream eyebrow stripe to the warm orange-red flanks and subtle tonal variations in the plumage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe artist’s handling of watercolour is particularly effective. Delicate washes build the form of the bird with softness and clarity, while more confident brushwork defines the wings, body and movement in flight. The composition captures a fleeting moment in nature with impressive poise, creating the impression that the bird has just paused mid-air before landing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe restrained background keeps the focus entirely on the bird, allowing the delicacy of the subject to stand out beautifully. This balance of scientific accuracy and artistic sensitivity is one of the reasons Gudgeon’s work remains so admired among collectors of wildlife art and bird studies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e────────────────────────────────────────\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e📜 Historical Context\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePainted during the mid-20th century, this work reflects a period when British wildlife art was increasingly appreciated for both its decorative quality and its natural history interest. Artists working in this field often combined close field observation with traditional fine art technique, producing works that appealed to collectors, birdwatchers and museums alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Redwing (Turdus iliacus) is Britain’s smallest true thrush and is best known as a winter visitor from Scandinavia and Iceland. Its seasonal arrival each year, together with its distinctive markings and graceful flight, has long made it a favourite subject for ornithologists, wildlife artists and collectors of bird paintings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorks such as this also speak to the wider fascination with British birdlife during the post-war period, when natural history, conservation awareness and the study of native and migratory species became increasingly popular. As a result, original wildlife watercolours of this quality remain highly desirable today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e────────────────────────────────────────\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e👨🎨 About the Artist\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRalston Gudgeon RSW (1910–1984) was one of Scotland’s foremost wildlife painters, renowned for his highly accomplished bird and animal studies, most notably in watercolour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe was educated at the Glasgow School of Art and was awarded the Torrance Memorial Award by the Glasgow Institute in 1933. In 1936, he became the youngest artist ever elected to the Royal Scottish Society of Painters in Watercolour (RSW), a significant achievement that underlines both his early promise and the respect in which his work was held.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGudgeon’s paintings are admired for their precision, freshness and sensitivity to subject. He had a particular gift for capturing birds in a way that was both accurate and expressive, giving his works a quiet vitality that continues to appeal to collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHis work is represented in important public collections including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Glasgow Museums\u003cbr\u003e• Paisley Art Gallery\u003cbr\u003e• City of Edinburgh Collection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday, Gudgeon remains highly sought after by collectors of Scottish art, wildlife paintings, ornithological subjects and natural history studies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e────────────────────────────────────────\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✍️ Signed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSigned by the artist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e────────────────────────────────────────\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🖼️ Framed \u0026amp; Glazed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRetains its original gilt wooden frame with protective glass and hanging cord to the reverse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe frame complements the painting beautifully and adds to its period charm. It is ready for immediate wall display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e────────────────────────────────────────\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e📏 Size\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrame\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Height: 50 cm (19.68 inches)\u003cbr\u003e• Width: 42.5 cm (16.73 inches)\u003cbr\u003e• Depth: 1.25 cm (0.49 inches)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisible Image\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Height: 30.4 cm\u003cbr\u003e• Width: 25 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e────────────────────────────────────────\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🏛️ Provenance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrivate Collection\u003cbr\u003eThomson Roddick Auctioneers, 2021\u003cbr\u003eAcquired through a dealer at Leigh Antiques \u0026amp; Collectibles Fair\u003cbr\u003eCurated by Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD\u003cbr\u003eSubsequently loaned and privately exhibited at the famous Lord Hill Museum\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e────────────────────────────────────────\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✨ Why You’ll Love It\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Original signed work by renowned Scottish wildlife artist Ralston Gudgeon RSW\u003cbr\u003e• Beautiful ornithological study of a Redwing in flight\u003cbr\u003e• Superb example of British wildlife watercolour painting\u003cbr\u003e• Delicate and finely observed natural history subject\u003cbr\u003e• Elegant original gilt frame\u003cbr\u003e• Ready to hang immediately\u003cbr\u003e• Ideal for collectors of Scottish art, wildlife paintings, ornithological studies and natural history\u003cbr\u003e• A striking and sophisticated statement piece for both traditional and contemporary interiors\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e────────────────────────────────────────\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🔍 Condition Report\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOffered in overall good vintage condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe watercolour is well preserved with attractive colour and presents beautifully. The original gilt frame shows age-related wear, including scuffs, small chips, surface scratches and some losses consistent with age and use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease study all photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e────────────────────────────────────────\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🌍 Worldwide Shipping Available\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProfessionally packaged and fully insured for safe global delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClick Buy It Now to make it yours before it’s gone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore our eBay shop gallery Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD to discover more hand-picked treasures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuestions? 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Intricately painted with oil on canvas, this majestic stallion stands proudly and captures the essence of the English countryside. Bring home a timeless piece of art that will inspire for years to come!\u003c\/span\u003eSubject Animal Study Portrait \"of a beautiful equine thorough bred horse standing proud set in pretty country landscape.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSide profile view of horse facing left.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSuch a beautiful prime depiction of the equestrian horse breed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTitle \"Lordswood\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOil on canvas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSigned in the bottom corner by the British artist Waller.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSet in a decorative original traditional stylish gilt frame.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCirca mid 20th century, dated 1965.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSuch a delightful scene to the eye.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eProvenance bought from a high-end auction south of England from the estate of the late Sir David \u0026amp; Lady Black. Sir David, 1929–2021.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA Former president of the Garth and South Berks hunt. Major Sir David Black, who lived at Beech wood Farm in Wood cote, passed away peacefully on May 22, aged 92. He joined the master ship of the Garth and South Berks in 1965 while living in the Old Rectory in Enfield and served for many years as chairman and then president.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAfter giving up the master ship, he hunted for several seasons with the Beaufort and also hunted on Mondays with the Old Berks for some seasons.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBorn in 1929, he was educated at Eton College and gained the rank of major in the Royal Horse Guards. Sir David was the last surviving officer to have stood guard at George VI lying in state, and commanded the carriage guard in the coronation procession of the Queen.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHe gained the rank of major in 1963 in the Berkshire and Westminster Dragoons (Territorial Army).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHis family had lived at Might Park, between Reading and Newbury. But later moved to London Priory in Wood cote. Sir David moved to Beech wood Farm in 2003.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHe spent many happy days stalking and fishing at Surrey Lodge, Shelter, Thurs in Faithless, where he and Lady Black entertained people from the hunting world and others. Including the late Queen Mother.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHounds were always welcome on his estate, and although he ran a very successful shoot, he always said never stop hounds if they were running on his land. Reference source henleystandardnewsobituaries.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHighly sought after due to the collectible nature of the animal subject in such elaborate detail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe brushwork is of exceptional quality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWith hanging thread on the back, ready for immediate home wall display.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIncredible conversation piece for your guests.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe only select \u0026amp; sell paintings based upon subject, quality \u0026amp; significance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe provide our clients with friendly, professional customer service.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCondition report.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOffered in fine used condition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFront canvas surface in good overall order.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCanvas has some craquelure to the painting surface, with some minor paint loss in places. Gilt frame with general wear, scuffs, chips in places to the frame commensurate with usage \u0026amp; age.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eInternational buyers worldwide shipping is available.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eViewings are welcome by appointment only, for customer support please send a message thank you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCheckout our exciting other available Fine Arts, antiques \u0026amp; collectibles in our shop gallery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions in centimetres of the frame\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHigh (51cm)\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWide (63.5cm)\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDepth thickness of frame (4cm)\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42435532521725,"sku":"c910","price":2950.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0201\/2227\/1808\/products\/british-equine-oil-painting-horse-lordswood-portrait-standing-proud-909597.jpg?v=1687011535"},{"product_id":"🐄-grand-antique-georgian-pastoral-oil-painting-cattle-by-the-water-after-paulus-potter","title":"🐄 Grand Antique Georgian Pastoral Oil Painting Cattle by the Water After Paulus Potter","description":"\u003ch3 data-end=\"218\" data-start=\"111\"\u003e🐄 Grand Antique Georgian Pastoral: Large Oil Painting of Cattle by the Water, After Paulus Potter \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"223\" data-start=\"220\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"254\" data-start=\"225\"\u003e🎨 \u003cstrong data-end=\"252\" data-start=\"232\"\u003eSubject \u0026amp; Medium\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"821\" data-start=\"255\"\u003eA fine \u003cstrong data-end=\"285\" data-start=\"262\"\u003elarge oil on canvas\u003c\/strong\u003e masterpiece capturing the serene charm of a classic pastoral English landscape. This Georgian-era work beautifully presents an animal study of a cattle herd gathered at a watering spot, set among rolling green meadows. Charming farm buildings appear in the distance, while majestic trees rise on the right, anchoring the scene. Some cattle wade and drink at the water’s edge; others recline peacefully on the grassy banks — a tranquil, timeless snapshot of country life, crafted in the style inspired by the Dutch master Paulus Potter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"826\" data-start=\"823\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"864\" data-start=\"828\"\u003e🏞 \u003cstrong data-end=\"862\" data-start=\"835\"\u003eComposition \u0026amp; Technique\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1237\" data-start=\"865\"\u003eThis painting glows with \u003cstrong data-end=\"921\" data-start=\"890\"\u003eGeorgian-era sophistication\u003c\/strong\u003e, showcasing a naturalistic palette of soft greens, golden earth tones, and pale, dreamy blues. The artist’s sensitivity to detail comes alive in the distinct personalities of each animal — their unique markings, postures, and gentle expressions — and in the subtle interplay of dappled light across the landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1778\" data-start=\"1239\"\u003eThe brushwork is a harmonious balance of smooth, blended skies and rolling pastures contrasted with sharper, textured strokes used for the cattle’s fur, the ripples of the water, and the dense foliage of the trees. Inspired by Paulus Potter’s renowned animal portraits, the artist uses a low, intimate vantage point that places the viewer nearly at eye level with the herd, enhancing the immersive, lifelike quality of the scene. This style blends romantic pastoralism with precise observation, celebrating the quiet majesty of rural life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1783\" data-start=\"1780\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1803\" data-start=\"1785\"\u003e✍ \u003cstrong data-end=\"1801\" data-start=\"1791\"\u003eSigned\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1942\" data-start=\"1804\"\u003eThis painting is \u003cstrong data-end=\"1833\" data-start=\"1821\"\u003eunsigned\u003c\/strong\u003e, typical for works of this nature and period, especially those influenced by celebrated masters like Potter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1947\" data-start=\"1944\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1984\" data-start=\"1949\"\u003e🧑🎨 \u003cstrong data-end=\"1982\" data-start=\"1959\"\u003eAbout Paulus Potter\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2569\" data-start=\"1985\"\u003ePaulus Potter (1625–1654) was a famed Dutch painter, revered for his exquisite depictions of animals within rich pastoral settings. Baptized in Enkhuizen and trained by his father, Potter gained acclaim early, becoming a member of the Guild of Saint Luke in Delft. His meticulous study of animal anatomy and behavior, combined with a sensitive eye for landscape, made him a favorite among Dutch aristocrats and collectors. Though his career was tragically cut short by tuberculosis at only 28, Potter’s influence remains, with many of his works held in prestigious museum collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2574\" data-start=\"2571\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2602\" data-start=\"2576\"\u003e🖼 \u003cstrong data-end=\"2600\" data-start=\"2583\"\u003eFrame Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2886\" data-start=\"2603\"\u003eEncased in a \u003cstrong data-end=\"2646\" data-start=\"2616\"\u003elarge, deep oak wood frame\u003c\/strong\u003e with a robust, masculine character that perfectly complements the rustic charm of the scene. The substantial frame adds gravitas and visual weight, making the piece a striking focal point. Comes ready to hang with a secure thread attached.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2891\" data-start=\"2888\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2925\" data-start=\"2893\"\u003e📏 \u003cstrong data-end=\"2923\" data-start=\"2900\"\u003eDimensions (Framed)\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2994\" data-start=\"2926\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2945\" data-start=\"2926\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2945\" data-start=\"2928\"\u003eHeight: 89.5 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2965\" data-start=\"2946\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2965\" data-start=\"2948\"\u003eWidth: 113.5 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2994\" data-start=\"2966\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2994\" data-start=\"2968\"\u003eDepth (thickness): 10 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3095\" data-start=\"2996\"\u003eA commanding, statement-making size ideal for elevating any room, whether home, office, or gallery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"3100\" data-start=\"3097\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"3125\" data-start=\"3102\"\u003e🏛 \u003cstrong data-end=\"3123\" data-start=\"3109\"\u003eProvenance\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"3351\" data-start=\"3126\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3148\" data-start=\"3126\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3148\" data-start=\"3128\"\u003ePrivate collection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3210\" data-start=\"3149\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3210\" data-start=\"3151\"\u003eSourced from a notable high-end auction, with label verso\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3351\" data-start=\"3211\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3351\" data-start=\"3213\"\u003eCarefully selected for its \u003cstrong data-end=\"3290\" data-start=\"3240\"\u003equality, subject, and collectible significance\u003c\/strong\u003e, now proudly curated by \u003cstrong data-end=\"3351\" data-start=\"3315\"\u003eCheshire Antiques Consultant LTD\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"3356\" data-start=\"3353\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"3389\" data-start=\"3358\"\u003e❤️ \u003cstrong data-end=\"3387\" data-start=\"3365\"\u003eWhy You’ll Love It\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3760\" data-start=\"3390\"\u003e✅ Rare and highly collectible Georgian-era pastoral subject\u003cbr data-end=\"3452\" data-start=\"3449\"\u003e✅ Inspired by Dutch master Paulus Potter’s celebrated animal landscapes\u003cbr data-end=\"3526\" data-start=\"3523\"\u003e✅ Rich, detailed rendering with lifelike cattle and countryside atmosphere\u003cbr data-end=\"3603\" data-start=\"3600\"\u003e✅ Impressive large scale that instantly transforms any interior space\u003cbr data-end=\"3675\" data-start=\"3672\"\u003e✅ A standout piece for elegant home decor, office display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"3765\" data-start=\"3762\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"3789\" data-start=\"3767\"\u003e🔍 \u003cstrong data-end=\"3787\" data-start=\"3774\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"4028\" data-start=\"3790\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3824\" data-start=\"3790\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3824\" data-start=\"3792\"\u003eOffered in fine used condition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3901\" data-start=\"3825\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3901\" data-start=\"3827\"\u003eCanvas and painting surface well preserved, showing age-appropriate wear\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4028\" data-start=\"3902\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4028\" data-start=\"3904\"\u003eFrame exhibits general wear, small scuffs, and marks consistent with its antique status\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3552\" data-end=\"3555\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3557\" data-end=\"3669\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003e🌍 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3560\" data-end=\"3592\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003eWorldwide \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003eShipping \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003eAvailable\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3592\" data-end=\"3595\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003eProfessionally \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003epackaged \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003eand \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003efully \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003einsured \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003efor \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003esafe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003einternational \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003edelivery.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3496\" data-end=\"3560\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003e🖼️ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3361\" data-start=\"3294\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003eAvailable \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003eexclusively \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003ethrough \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003eCheshire \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003eAntiques \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003eConsultant \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003eLTD\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3496\" data-end=\"3560\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3361\" data-start=\"3294\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003e📩 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eInquire now to secure this unique 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Simkins","description":"\u003ch2 data-end=\"108\" data-start=\"0\"\u003e Edith A. Simkins (1870–1949) — \u003cstrong data-end=\"49\" data-start=\"31\"\u003eRunaway Horses\u003c\/strong\u003e (1939) | \u003cstrong data-end=\"108\" data-start=\"59\"\u003eWWI Western Front (Charleroi \/ Great Retreat)\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"154\" data-start=\"110\"\u003e─────────────────────────────────────────\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"548\" data-start=\"156\"\u003e🪖 \u003cstrong data-end=\"179\" data-start=\"159\"\u003eSubject \u0026amp; Medium\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"182\" data-start=\"179\"\u003eA large, dramatic early-WWI cavalry retreat scene, \u003cstrong data-end=\"271\" data-start=\"233\"\u003ebelieved to depict French Dragoons\u003c\/strong\u003e, during the opening Western Front campaign (Aug–Sep 1914), in the Charleroi era of the Great Retreat.\u003cbr data-end=\"376\" data-start=\"373\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"387\" data-start=\"376\"\u003eMedium:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oil on canvas. 🖌️🐎\u003cbr data-end=\"411\" data-start=\"408\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"548\" data-start=\"411\"\u003eIdentification is offered as historical context based on visual interpretation; the painting is not inscribed to a specific engagement.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"594\" data-start=\"550\"\u003e─────────────────────────────────────────\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1475\" data-start=\"596\"\u003e🎨 \u003cstrong data-end=\"626\" data-start=\"599\"\u003eComposition \u0026amp; Technique\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"629\" data-start=\"626\"\u003eSimkins structures the work as an \u003cem data-end=\"672\" data-start=\"663\"\u003e“after”\u003c\/em\u003e moment—flight and rupture rather than heroic charge—giving the painting an unusually modern emotional weight. The central chestnut horse surges forward in full panic: the anatomy is convincingly modelled, tack is carefully described, and the posture communicates urgency and fear.\u003cbr data-end=\"956\" data-start=\"953\"\u003eTo the right, a white horse rears, creating a vertical shock that spikes the drama, while riderless mounts push through smoke and dust into the middle distance. The damaged ground and broken treeline intensify the atmosphere of pressure and retreat.\u003cbr data-end=\"1208\" data-start=\"1205\"\u003eWhat distinguishes this from decorative military imagery is the narrative decision: \u003cstrong data-end=\"1312\" data-start=\"1292\"\u003eno riders remain\u003c\/strong\u003e. Empty saddles and scattered kit make the horses the protagonists—witnesses of catastrophe—so the picture reads as a psychological study of conflict and survival.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1521\" data-start=\"1477\"\u003e─────────────────────────────────────────\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2006\" data-start=\"1523\"\u003e⚔️ \u003cstrong data-end=\"1559\" data-start=\"1526\"\u003eBattle Context (interpretive)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1562\" data-start=\"1559\"\u003eThe scene is believed to evoke the opening Western Front phase of WWI—late August 1914—often discussed in connection with \u003cstrong data-end=\"1697\" data-start=\"1684\"\u003eCharleroi\u003c\/strong\u003e and the unfolding \u003cstrong data-end=\"1733\" data-start=\"1716\"\u003eGreat Retreat\u003c\/strong\u003e. Rather than depicting the charge itself, Simkins concentrates on the moment when cavalry tradition collides with modern firepower and the outcome becomes \u003cstrong data-end=\"1919\" data-start=\"1889\"\u003eflight, loss, and disarray\u003c\/strong\u003e—an interpretation consistent with the alternate historic title \u003cstrong data-end=\"2006\" data-start=\"1983\"\u003e“After the Charge.”\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2052\" data-start=\"2008\"\u003e─────────────────────────────────────────\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2087\" data-start=\"2054\"\u003e🏛️ \u003cstrong data-end=\"2085\" data-start=\"2058\"\u003eHistorical Significance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2510\" data-start=\"2088\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2203\" data-start=\"2088\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2203\" data-start=\"2090\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2111\" data-start=\"2090\"\u003eScale \u0026amp; ambition:\u003c\/strong\u003e recorded as a substantial oil on canvas—more “statement” work than minor cabinet picture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2373\" data-start=\"2204\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2373\" data-start=\"2206\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2238\" data-start=\"2206\"\u003eRare WWI narrative emphasis:\u003c\/strong\u003e the aftermath is centred through riderless horses and abandoned kit—psychologically powerful and comparatively scarce on the market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2510\" data-start=\"2374\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2510\" data-start=\"2376\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2396\" data-start=\"2376\"\u003ePainted in 1939:\u003c\/strong\u003e created on the threshold of another world war; reads as interwar reflection as Europe tipped again into conflict.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2556\" data-start=\"2512\"\u003e─────────────────────────────────────────\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3009\" data-start=\"2558\"\u003e👩🎨 \u003cstrong data-end=\"2584\" data-start=\"2564\"\u003eAbout the Artist\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2587\" data-start=\"2584\"\u003eEdith Alice Simkins is documented as a member\/exhibitor of the \u003cstrong data-end=\"2682\" data-start=\"2650\"\u003eIpswich Art Club (1935–1949)\u003c\/strong\u003e. The same record notes that in \u003cstrong data-end=\"2722\" data-start=\"2714\"\u003e1943\u003c\/strong\u003e she exhibited an oil titled \u003cstrong data-end=\"2774\" data-start=\"2751\"\u003e“After the Charge,”\u003c\/strong\u003e supporting the historic alternate title within her documented oeuvre.\u003cbr data-end=\"2847\" data-start=\"2844\"\u003eHer market visibility is reinforced by appearances at major venues, including \u003cstrong data-end=\"2939\" data-start=\"2925\"\u003eChristie’s\u003c\/strong\u003e, which has offered a signed Simkins oil (\u003cem data-end=\"2995\" data-start=\"2981\"\u003eA Bay Hunter\u003c\/em\u003e, dated 1921).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3055\" data-start=\"3011\"\u003e─────────────────────────────────────────\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3139\" data-start=\"3057\"\u003e✍️ \u003cstrong data-end=\"3070\" data-start=\"3060\"\u003eSigned\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"3073\" data-start=\"3070\"\u003eSigned \u003cstrong data-end=\"3099\" data-start=\"3080\"\u003e“E. A. Simkins”\u003c\/strong\u003e and dated \u003cstrong data-end=\"3118\" data-start=\"3110\"\u003e1939\u003c\/strong\u003e in the lower corner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3185\" data-start=\"3141\"\u003e─────────────────────────────────────────\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3313\" data-start=\"3187\"\u003e🖼️ \u003cstrong data-end=\"3201\" data-start=\"3191\"\u003eFramed\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"3204\" data-start=\"3201\"\u003ePresented in a traditional gilt frame—period-respectful and collector-appropriate, with strong wall presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3359\" data-start=\"3315\"\u003e─────────────────────────────────────────\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3389\" data-start=\"3361\"\u003e📏 \u003cstrong data-end=\"3387\" data-start=\"3364\"\u003eDimensions (Framed)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"3451\" data-start=\"3390\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3411\" data-start=\"3390\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3411\" data-start=\"3392\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3403\" data-start=\"3392\"\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 87 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3433\" data-start=\"3412\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3433\" data-start=\"3414\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3424\" data-start=\"3414\"\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 137 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3451\" data-start=\"3434\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3451\" data-start=\"3436\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3446\" data-start=\"3436\"\u003eDepth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3497\" data-start=\"3453\"\u003e─────────────────────────────────────────\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3550\" data-start=\"3499\"\u003e🧾🔗 \u003cstrong data-end=\"3548\" data-start=\"3504\"\u003eProvenance \u0026amp; Market Trail (known record)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"4758\" data-start=\"3551\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3700\" data-start=\"3551\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3700\" data-start=\"3553\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3561\" data-start=\"3553\"\u003e1939\u003c\/strong\u003e — Painted by Edith Alice Simkins; recorded in artist references as \u003cem data-end=\"3645\" data-start=\"3629\"\u003eRunaway Horses\u003c\/em\u003e (oil on canvas, 73.7 × 124.5 cm). \u003cem data-end=\"3698\" data-start=\"3680\"\u003e(suffolkartists)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3825\" data-start=\"3701\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3825\" data-start=\"3703\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3711\" data-start=\"3703\"\u003e1943\u003c\/strong\u003e — Exhibition activity record lists an oil titled \u003cem data-end=\"3779\" data-start=\"3761\"\u003eAfter the Charge\u003c\/em\u003e (alternate title usage). \u003cem data-end=\"3823\" data-start=\"3805\"\u003e(suffolkartists)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3892\" data-start=\"3826\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3892\" data-start=\"3828\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3841\" data-start=\"3828\"\u003e1949–2012\u003c\/strong\u003e — Private ownership (untraced in public record).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4048\" data-start=\"3893\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4048\" data-start=\"3895\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3910\" data-start=\"3895\"\u003e13 Jul 2012\u003c\/strong\u003e — Market record via MutualArt: \u003cem data-end=\"3958\" data-start=\"3942\"\u003eRunaway Horses\u003c\/em\u003e (1939), oil on canvas, 29 × 49 in, signed (sale details subscriber-only). \u003cem data-end=\"4046\" data-start=\"4033\"\u003e(MutualArt)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4252\" data-start=\"4049\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4252\" data-start=\"4051\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4066\" data-start=\"4051\"\u003e30 Jun 2021\u003c\/strong\u003e — Reeman Dansie: offered under alternate title \u003cem data-end=\"4132\" data-start=\"4114\"\u003eAfter the Charge\u003c\/em\u003e (paired lot); catalogue note states it is believed these works were exhibited with Ipswich Art Club in 1942 and 1943.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4492\" data-start=\"4253\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4492\" data-start=\"4255\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4270\" data-start=\"4255\"\u003e25 Jan 2022\u003c\/strong\u003e — Hatton Garden Auctions Ltd (London) via The Saleroom: catalogued as “LARGE OIL PAINTING OF BATTLE SCENE BY E A SIMKINS 1939”; approx. frame size 53.5\" × 34\". Purchased from Hatton Garden Auctions Ltd. \u003cem data-end=\"4490\" data-start=\"4474\"\u003e(The Saleroom)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4630\" data-start=\"4493\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4630\" data-start=\"4495\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4510\" data-start=\"4495\"\u003e28 May 2023\u003c\/strong\u003e — MutualArt \u003cem data-end=\"4541\" data-start=\"4523\"\u003eAfter the Charge\u003c\/em\u003e entry lists a sale date and shows NY Elizabeth Auction in “Recent Lots.” \u003cem data-end=\"4628\" data-start=\"4615\"\u003e(MutualArt)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4758\" data-start=\"4631\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4758\" data-start=\"4633\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4649\" data-start=\"4633\"\u003e2022–present\u003c\/strong\u003e — Curated by \u003cstrong data-end=\"4699\" data-start=\"4663\"\u003eCheshire Antiques Consultant LTD\u003c\/strong\u003e (specialist selection, documentation, and presentation).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4945\" data-start=\"4760\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4779\" data-start=\"4760\"\u003eCollector note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Auction platforms and market databases do not typically publish buyer identities; therefore, named collectors cannot be responsibly claimed from these records alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4991\" data-start=\"4947\"\u003e─────────────────────────────────────────\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5023\" data-start=\"4993\"\u003e🏛️📜 \u003cstrong data-end=\"5021\" data-start=\"4999\"\u003eExhibition History\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"5285\" data-start=\"5024\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"5121\" data-start=\"5024\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5121\" data-start=\"5026\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"5058\" data-start=\"5026\"\u003eIpswich Art Club (1935–1949)\u003c\/strong\u003e — Simkins documented as member\/exhibitor. \u003cem data-end=\"5119\" data-start=\"5101\"\u003e(suffolkartists)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"5285\" data-start=\"5122\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5285\" data-start=\"5124\"\u003e✅ \u003cstrong data-end=\"5152\" data-start=\"5126\"\u003e1943 (final phrasing):\u003c\/strong\u003e Exhibited at the Ipswich Art Club, Suffolk — \u003cem data-end=\"5214\" data-start=\"5198\"\u003eRunaway Horses\u003c\/em\u003e (exhibited under the title \u003cstrong data-end=\"5264\" data-start=\"5242\"\u003e“After the Charge”\u003c\/strong\u003e). \u003cem data-end=\"5285\" data-start=\"5267\"\u003e(suffolkartists)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"5285\" data-start=\"5122\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"5285\" data-start=\"5267\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFamous Lord Hill Museum\u003c\/strong\u003e January 2026 in WW1 battles series\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5331\" data-start=\"5287\"\u003e─────────────────────────────────────────\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5363\" data-start=\"5333\"\u003e🇺🇸✨ \u003cstrong data-end=\"5361\" data-start=\"5339\"\u003eWhy You’ll Love It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"5839\" data-start=\"5364\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"5434\" data-start=\"5364\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5434\" data-start=\"5366\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"5392\" data-start=\"5366\"\u003eMuseum-scale presence:\u003c\/strong\u003e over 4.5 ft wide framed—commands a room\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"5530\" data-start=\"5435\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5530\" data-start=\"5437\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"5462\" data-start=\"5437\"\u003eTrue narrative power:\u003c\/strong\u003e not generic pageantry; the psychologically intense \u003cem data-end=\"5521\" data-start=\"5514\"\u003eafter\u003c\/em\u003e moment\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"5610\" data-start=\"5531\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5610\" data-start=\"5533\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"5559\" data-start=\"5533\"\u003eEquestrian excellence:\u003c\/strong\u003e anatomy, tack, speed, fear—convincingly captured\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"5729\" data-start=\"5611\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5729\" data-start=\"5613\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"5640\" data-start=\"5613\"\u003eCross-collector appeal:\u003c\/strong\u003e WWI \/ military history + sporting\/equestrian art + interwar British narrative painting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"5839\" data-start=\"5730\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5839\" data-start=\"5732\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"5755\" data-start=\"5732\"\u003eConfidence factors:\u003c\/strong\u003e signed\/dated, documented artist record, exhibition linkage, traceable auction trail\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5885\" data-start=\"5841\"\u003e─────────────────────────────────────────\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5969\" data-start=\"5887\"\u003e🧪 \u003cstrong data-end=\"5910\" data-start=\"5890\"\u003eCondition Report\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"5913\" data-start=\"5910\"\u003eOffered in fine used condition, commensurate with age:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"6289\" data-start=\"5970\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"6082\" data-start=\"5970\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"6082\" data-start=\"5972\"\u003ePainting surface shows areas of paint loss\/flaking, scuffs, foxing\/staining, and surface scratches in places\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"6289\" data-start=\"6083\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"6289\" data-start=\"6085\"\u003eFrame shows general wear, minor chips\/scuffs, and evidence of historic touch-up\/overpainting consistent with age and handling\u003cbr data-end=\"6213\" data-start=\"6210\"\u003e(Please review photos carefully; additional close-ups available on request.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-1-thinking\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-id=\"cde53e37-bf08-4d06-961b-09bec3cdfbee\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[1px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"thread-bottom-container\" class=\"group\/thread-bottom-container relative isolate z-10 w-full basis-auto has-data-has-thread-error:pt-2 has-data-has-thread-error:[box-shadow:var(--sharp-edge-bottom-shadow)] md:border-transparent md:pt-0 dark:border-white\/20 md:dark:border-transparent content-fade single-line flex flex-col\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-token-text-secondary relative mt-auto flex min-h-8 w-full items-center justify-center p-2 text-center text-xs md:px-[60px]\"\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"5336\" data-end=\"5339\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"3609\" data-end=\"3622\"\u003eShipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3623\" data-end=\"3732\"\u003eWorldwide Shipping Available — Professionally packaged and fully insured for secure international delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3734\" data-end=\"3864\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3734\" data-end=\"3862\"\u003eAvailable exclusively through Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD — Inquire now to secure this unique piece.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"5560\" data-start=\"5557\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"6335\" data-start=\"6291\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42505830531325,"sku":"f300","price":9000.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0201\/2227\/1808\/files\/simkins.jpg?v=1767979544"},{"product_id":"british-watercolour-bird-of-prey-peregrine-falcon-by-david-johnston","title":"British Watercolour Bird Of Prey Peregrine Falcon By David Johnston","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBring the brilliance of the British sky to your home with this stunning watercolour peregrine falcon painting by David Johnston. Perfect for adding a hint of majestic beauty to any room - not to mention a few feathers to your cap!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\"\u003eGouache Watercolour on paper with a front protective glass cover.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\"\u003eSet in the original traditional dark wooden frame.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\"\u003eSubject Ornithological study of a Peregrine Falcon which is perched on a branch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\"\u003eThe detail of this magnificent bird of prey is totally exceptional, the father's \u0026amp; claws are outstanding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\"\u003eSigned by the famous British artist David Johnston 1946-2019.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\"\u003eDavid Johnston is a British Postwar \u0026amp; Contemporary artist who was born in 1946. David Johnston's work has been offered at auction multiple times, with realized prices ranging up to $5,136 US, depending on the size and medium of the artwork. Reference sources mutual art \u0026amp; Christie's.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\"\u003eThis lot qualifies for Artist Resale Rights.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\"\u003eThe colors are so bold and vibrant, an exceptional and most fine beautiful example of Johnston's work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\"\u003eThe peregrine falcon (Falco peregrines), also known as the peregrine, and historically as the duck hawk in North America, is a cosmopolitan bird of prey (raptor) in the family Falconidae. A large, crow-sized falcon, it has a blueberry back, barred white underparts, and a black head.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\"\u003eThe peregrine is renowned for its speed, reaching over 320 km\/h (200 mph) during its characteristic hunting stoop (high-speed dive), making it the fastest bird in the world, as well as the fastest member of the animal kingdom. According to a National Geographic TV program, the highest measured speed of a peregrine falcon is 389 km\/h (242 mph). As is typical for bird-eating raptors, peregrine falcons are dimorphics, with females being considerably larger than males.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\"\u003eCirca late 20th century, dated March 1970.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\"\u003eProvenance bought from a fine art auction label verso.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\"\u003eHighly sought after by CEO's, interior designers, museums, art CEOs, antique dealers, famous \u0026amp; private collectors, film TV studios prop shops.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\"\u003eReady for immediate home wall display with hanging thread verso.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\"\u003eIncredible conversation piece for your guests. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\"\u003eWe only select \u0026amp; sell paintings based upon quality \u0026amp; significance. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\"\u003eWe provide our clients with friendly professional, expert customer service. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\"\u003eCondition report. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\"\u003eOffered in fine used condition. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\"\u003eThe front painted surface is in good overall order with some fox staining around the outer edge areas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\"\u003eThe frame has some scuffs, general wear in places, scratches, minor chip \u0026amp; stains, commensurate with usage \u0026amp; age. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\"\u003eInternational buyers worldwide shipping is available. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\"\u003eViewings are welcome by appointment only for customer support. Please send a message thank you. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\"\u003eBrowse our other exciting Fine Arts, antiques \u0026amp; collectibles available in our shop gallery happy shopping. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions in centimetres of the frame \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHigh (48cm)\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWide (37cm)\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDepth (2cm)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42831944777981,"sku":"j02","price":2900.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0201\/2227\/1808\/products\/british-watercolour-bird-of-prey-peregrine-falcon-by-david-johnston-828497.jpg?v=1687011610"},{"product_id":"osprey-pike-large-mid-20th-century-scottish-wildlife-hunting-painting-by-ralston-gudgeon","title":"Osprey \u0026 Pike – Large Mid-20th Century Scottish Wildlife Hunting Painting By Ralston Gudgeon","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"115\"\u003e🦅 Ralston Gudgeon’s “Osprey \u0026amp; Pike” – Large Mid-20th Century Scottish Wildlife Watercolour (c. mid-20th century) \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"117\" data-end=\"120\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"122\" data-end=\"147\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"122\" data-end=\"145\"\u003eSubject \u0026amp; Medium 🎨\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"149\" data-end=\"273\"\u003eRalston Gudgeon RSW (1910–1984), Scottish School.\u003cbr data-start=\"198\" data-end=\"201\"\u003eOriginal watercolour on paper, presented under front protective glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"275\" data-end=\"662\"\u003eThis is a striking mid-20th century, large-scale watercolour titled verso \u003cem data-start=\"349\" data-end=\"395\"\u003e“Osprey Swooping On Pike Fish In Mid Flight”\u003c\/em\u003e. It shows a powerful osprey dropping at speed through the air, moments before its talons close over a pike bursting through the surface of a Scottish loch. The work is signed in the lower corner by renowned Scottish wildlife artist Ralston Gudgeon RSW (1910–1984).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"664\" data-end=\"932\"\u003eThe painting is housed in an impressive traditional gilt frame, complete with hanging cord verso, and is ready to go straight onto your wall. The palette is bold, crisp and luminous, making this a particularly dramatic and eye-catching example of Gudgeon’s work. 🖼️\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"934\" data-end=\"937\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"939\" data-end=\"972\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"939\" data-end=\"970\"\u003eComposition \u0026amp; Technique 🖌️\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"974\" data-end=\"1421\"\u003eGudgeon captures a moment of pure action, freezing the instant in which bird and fish meet. The osprey’s wings cut diagonally across the composition, the body twisting as it commits fully to the dive, with talons thrust forward and locked on to the pike that has just broken the mirror-like surface of the loch. Around the fish, the water erupts into ripples and splashes, conveying the sudden disturbance that has triggered the raptor’s strike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1423\" data-end=\"1813\"\u003eThe osprey’s pale or lightly mottled underparts are set in dramatic contrast to its darker upperwings. The characteristic bend at the “wrist”, the darker carpal patch and the pale wing-linings are rendered with great care, echoing the accuracy of direct field observation. The posture, feather structure and intense downward gaze all reinforce the sense of predatory focus and commitment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1815\" data-end=\"2306\"\u003eExecuted in confident watercolour washes, the picture balances fluidity and precision. Transparent washes create the atmospheric depth of hills and water, while strong, clean colour gives the osprey a commanding presence against the softer setting. Finer brushwork describes the pike, the foam and the ripples, anchoring the drama in a convincing natural landscape. The result is a dynamic and highly decorative sporting and wildlife subject that immediately draws the eye in any interior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2308\" data-end=\"2311\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2313\" data-end=\"2349\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2313\" data-end=\"2347\"\u003eAbout the Osprey \u0026amp; Its Story ⚓\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2351\" data-end=\"2796\"\u003eThe osprey (\u003cem data-start=\"2363\" data-end=\"2382\"\u003ePandion haliaetus\u003c\/em\u003e) is one of Europe’s most distinctive and charismatic birds of prey, a specialist fish-hunter whose life revolves around rivers, lochs and coasts. Its diet consists almost entirely of fish, and it has evolved remarkable adaptations to match this lifestyle, including reversible outer toes for a better grip, spiny pads on the soles for holding slippery prey and long, sharply curved talons that secure its catch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2798\" data-end=\"3311\"\u003eIn Britain the osprey also carries a powerful conservation story. Historically persecuted through illegal shooting and egg-collecting, its breeding population fell to critically low levels. The species became locally extinct as a breeding bird in some parts of the UK and only began to recolonise, particularly in Scotland, during the mid-20th century. Today it is an Amber List species with relatively limited breeding numbers and is fully protected as a Schedule 1 bird under the Wildlife and Countryside Act.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3313\" data-end=\"3592\"\u003eThis painting therefore does more than simply depict a hunting bird. It celebrates a species whose return to British skies is recognised as one of modern conservation’s success stories, a symbol of protection, recovery and renewed respect for wild places and their inhabitants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3594\" data-end=\"3597\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3599\" data-end=\"3632\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3599\" data-end=\"3630\"\u003eHistorical Significance 🕰️\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3634\" data-end=\"4128\"\u003eThe work is both visually compelling and historically resonant. It stands as an example of mid-20th century Scottish wildlife art at a time when interest in field sports, natural history and conservation were beginning to overlap. The subject of an osprey taking a fish from a loch evokes the long sporting traditions associated with Scottish waters, while at the same time drawing attention to a raptor that had suffered from human persecution and later became a focus of protective efforts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4130\" data-end=\"4544\"\u003eBy portraying a Schedule 1, Amber List species in the very act of its characteristic hunting behaviour, the painting naturally connects to continuing debates about biodiversity, habitat protection and wildlife law. For collectors of wildlife painting, sporting art or works with a conservation narrative, this image offers not only beauty and drama but a meaningful link to the osprey’s broader story in Britain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"4546\" data-end=\"4549\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4551\" data-end=\"4601\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4551\" data-end=\"4599\"\u003eAbout the Artist – Ralston Gudgeon RSW 👨🎨\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4603\" data-end=\"4853\"\u003eRalston Gudgeon RSW (1910–1984) is widely regarded as one of Scotland’s foremost 20th century wildlife artists. He is especially celebrated for his depictions of birds and animals, most often rendered in watercolour with a refined yet lively touch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4855\" data-end=\"5284\"\u003eGudgeon trained at the Glasgow School of Art, where his talent was quickly recognised. In 1933 he received the Torrance Memorial Award of the Glasgow Institute, and in 1936 he became the youngest artist ever elected to the Royal Scottish Society of Painters in Watercolour (RSW). His paintings are represented in major public collections, including Glasgow Art Gallery, Paisley Art Gallery and the City of Edinburgh Collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5286\" data-end=\"5637\"\u003eHis bird pictures, particularly dynamic action scenes such as an osprey striking for fish, are highly sought after by collectors. They are appreciated for their faithful observation of behaviour and anatomy, their strong and decorative use of colour and a distinctive style that is immediately recognisable to those who follow Scottish wildlife art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"5639\" data-end=\"5642\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5644\" data-end=\"5659\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5644\" data-end=\"5657\"\u003eSigned ✒️\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5661\" data-end=\"5898\"\u003eThe work is clearly signed on the front “Ralston Gudgeon RSW”. The title is confirmed verso on the backing board as \u003cem data-start=\"5777\" data-end=\"5823\"\u003e“Osprey Swooping On Pike Fish In Mid Flight”\u003c\/em\u003e, further underlining the authenticity and specific subject of the piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"5900\" data-end=\"5903\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5905\" data-end=\"5921\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5905\" data-end=\"5919\"\u003eFramed 🖼️\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5923\" data-end=\"6335\"\u003eThe painting is presented in a traditional, richly toned gilt frame that complements both the period and the subject. It is glazed with a front protective glass cover, ensuring the watercolour surface is safeguarded from dust and handling. The frame is fitted with a hanging thread verso, allowing the work to be hung immediately in a home, lodge, office or gallery environment without any further preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"6337\" data-end=\"6340\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6342\" data-end=\"6370\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"6342\" data-end=\"6368\"\u003eDimensions (Framed) 📏\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6372\" data-end=\"6688\"\u003eThe framed work measures approximately 84 cm in height, 70 cm in width and 3 cm in depth. This generous, statement size gives the painting real presence on the wall and makes it ideal as a focal piece over a fireplace, in a stairwell, in a reception room or within a larger collection of sporting and wildlife art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"6690\" data-end=\"6693\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6695\" data-end=\"6714\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"6695\" data-end=\"6712\"\u003eProvenance 🧾\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6716\" data-end=\"7099\"\u003eThis picture benefits from clear and attractive provenance. It originated in a private collection and was more recently acquired from a notable fine Scottish auction house, whose label appears verso. It is now offered by Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD. This straightforward and traceable history is exactly the type of provenance that serious collectors and investors appreciate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"7101\" data-end=\"7104\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"7106\" data-end=\"7133\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"7106\" data-end=\"7131\"\u003eWhy You’ll Love It ❤️\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"7135\" data-end=\"8028\"\u003e✅ This is a dramatic, large-scale Scottish wildlife watercolour by a highly regarded 20th century artist, full of movement, atmosphere and presence.\u003cbr data-start=\"7283\" data-end=\"7286\"\u003e✅ It captures the split-second intensity of an osprey’s strike, uniting art and nature in a powerful and emotionally charged scene.\u003cbr data-start=\"7417\" data-end=\"7420\"\u003e✅ The subject directly reflects the conservation success story of a Schedule 1, Amber List species in Britain, adding depth and modern relevance to its appeal.\u003cbr data-start=\"7579\" data-end=\"7582\"\u003e✅ It serves as a strong, display-ready statement piece that will sit beautifully in a country house, sporting lodge, boardroom, office or contemporary home.\u003cbr data-start=\"7738\" data-end=\"7741\"\u003e✅ As a signed work by Ralston Gudgeon RSW, whose bird and animal subjects remain in demand, it offers both artistic merit and collectability\u003cbr data-start=\"7885\" data-end=\"7888\"\u003e✅ The ornate gilt frame enhances the picture’s impact and means the work is completely ready to hang and enjoy from the moment it arrives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"8030\" data-end=\"8033\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"8035\" data-end=\"8053\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"8035\" data-end=\"8051\"\u003eCondition 📋\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"8055\" data-end=\"8288\"\u003eThe painting is offered in fine used condition. The watercolour surface itself is in good, stable order. The colours remain vivid, fresh and unfaded, with no obvious losses, staining or disfiguring marks to distract from the image.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"8290\" data-end=\"8760\"\u003eThe traditional gilt frame shows the expected signs of age and honest use, including light scuffs, areas of wear, minor scratches, stains and small chips. These features are typical of vintage frames and do not detract from its decorative impact or suitability for display. Collectors who prefer an absolutely pristine, modern presentation may in time decide to reframe the work to their personal taste, but it is entirely ready to hang and enjoy exactly as it stands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-1-thinking\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-id=\"cde53e37-bf08-4d06-961b-09bec3cdfbee\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[1px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"thread-bottom-container\" class=\"group\/thread-bottom-container relative isolate z-10 w-full basis-auto has-data-has-thread-error:pt-2 has-data-has-thread-error:[box-shadow:var(--sharp-edge-bottom-shadow)] md:border-transparent md:pt-0 dark:border-white\/20 md:dark:border-transparent content-fade single-line flex flex-col\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-token-text-secondary relative mt-auto flex min-h-8 w-full items-center justify-center p-2 text-center text-xs md:px-[60px]\"\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"5336\" data-end=\"5339\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"3609\" data-end=\"3622\"\u003eShipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3623\" data-end=\"3732\"\u003eWorldwide Shipping Available — Professionally packaged and fully insured for secure international delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3734\" data-end=\"3864\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3734\" data-end=\"3862\"\u003eAvailable exclusively through Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD — Inquire now to secure this unique piece.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"5560\" data-start=\"5557\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-3 w-full empty:hidden\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-3 w-full empty:hidden\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42984858812669,"sku":"k100","price":1250.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0201\/2227\/1808\/products\/watercolour-osprey-swooping-down-on-pike-fish-signed-ralston-gudgeon-479193.jpg?v=1687013263"},{"product_id":"pair-of-19th-century-belgian-pastoral-animal-paintings-franz-van-severdonck-1809-1889-oil-on-panel-verboeckhoven-school","title":"Pair of 19th Century Belgian Pastoral Animal Paintings, Franz van Severdonck (1809–1889), Oil on Panel, Verboeckhoven School","description":"\u003ch2 data-end=\"274\" data-start=\"138\" data-section-id=\"e5v2g9\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"274\" data-start=\"141\"\u003eFine Pair of 19th Century Belgian Pastoral Animal Paintings, Franz van Severdonck (1809–1889), Oil on Panel, Verboeckhoven School\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"279\" data-start=\"276\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"311\" data-start=\"281\" data-section-id=\"1dt5f17\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"309\" data-start=\"284\"\u003eSubject and Medium 🎨\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"488\" data-start=\"312\"\u003eA refined and highly decorative pair of mid-19th century oil paintings on panel, depicting tranquil pastoral landscapes populated with sheep, lambs, goat, cattle and poultry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"697\" data-start=\"490\"\u003eThese cabinet-scale works embody the enduring appeal of European rural painting, combining sensitive animal observation with atmospheric landscape, executed within the distinguished Belgian School tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"702\" data-start=\"699\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"740\" data-start=\"704\" data-section-id=\"1egx9rt\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"738\" data-start=\"707\"\u003eComposition \u0026amp; Technique 🖌️\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"899\" data-start=\"741\"\u003eBoth paintings are composed with a sophisticated sense of balance, tonal harmony, and quiet narrative, reflecting the influence of the Verboeckhoven circle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1367\" data-start=\"901\"\u003eThe first composition centres on a resting ewe with two lambs, while a goat stands alert above, introducing a subtle vertical emphasis. The darker tonal mass of the goat contrasts elegantly with the soft, luminous creams of the sheep, creating both visual hierarchy and depth. The grouping forms a stable triangular structure, while the distant landscape recedes into softened greens and atmospheric haze. A duck in the foreground adds a delicate narrative accent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1763\" data-start=\"1369\"\u003eThe companion painting offers a complementary arrangement: a standing ewe engages with a lamb, their interaction conveying a gentle, almost intimate moment. A darker sheep rests nearby, anchoring the composition with richer brown tones. The sky opens into soft blue with diffused cloud forms, lending lightness and spatial clarity, while the surrounding foliage is rendered in layered greens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2076\" data-start=\"1765\"\u003eThe colour palette is both restrained and highly effective:\u003cbr data-end=\"1827\" data-start=\"1824\"\u003eWarm creams and ivory tones articulate the sheep’s fleece with subtle highlights\u003cbr data-end=\"1910\" data-start=\"1907\"\u003eDeep browns and blacks introduce contrast and compositional weight\u003cbr data-end=\"1979\" data-start=\"1976\"\u003eEarthy greens and ochres unify the landscape\u003cbr data-end=\"2026\" data-start=\"2023\"\u003eSoft blues create atmospheric recession and calm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2400\" data-start=\"2078\"\u003eThe expressions of the animals are particularly well observed. The sheep and lambs are rendered with a quiet naturalism—heads gently turned, eyes softly defined—conveying calmness and authenticity rather than sentimentality. The goat introduces a note of alertness, adding a subtle dynamic counterpoint within the scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2641\" data-start=\"2402\"\u003eTechnically, the works display:\u003cbr data-end=\"2436\" data-start=\"2433\"\u003eControlled, confident brushwork\u003cbr data-end=\"2470\" data-start=\"2467\"\u003eFine textural handling, especially in wool and foliage\u003cbr data-end=\"2527\" data-start=\"2524\"\u003eSubtle tonal transitions creating depth without harsh contrast\u003cbr data-end=\"2592\" data-start=\"2589\"\u003eA refined balance between detail and atmosphere\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2755\" data-start=\"2643\"\u003eOverall, the pair achieves a harmonious synthesis of naturalism, decorative elegance, and pastoral tranquillity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2760\" data-start=\"2757\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2792\" data-start=\"2762\" data-section-id=\"dtf45z\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2790\" data-start=\"2765\"\u003eHistorical Context 🌍\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3001\" data-start=\"2793\"\u003eIn the 19th century, animal painting became one of the most celebrated and commercially successful genres in European art. Belgium, and particularly Brussels, emerged as a leading centre for this tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3297\" data-start=\"3003\"\u003eThe influence of Eugène Joseph Verboeckhoven established a standard for highly refined animal painting, blending realism with idealised pastoral settings. Works of this type were widely collected across Europe and America, valued for both their technical accomplishment and decorative appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3456\" data-start=\"3299\"\u003eCabinet-sized paintings such as these were specifically intended for refined domestic interiors, a function they continue to fulfil exceptionally well today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"3461\" data-start=\"3458\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"3494\" data-start=\"3463\" data-section-id=\"qg0lbo\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3492\" data-start=\"3466\"\u003eAbout the Artist 👨🎨\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3614\" data-start=\"3495\"\u003eFranz van Severdonck (1809–1889) was an accomplished Belgian painter working in Brussels throughout the 19th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3805\" data-start=\"3616\"\u003eClosely associated with the Verboeckhoven tradition, he specialised in:\u003cbr data-end=\"3690\" data-start=\"3687\"\u003eSheep, cattle and poultry subjects\u003cbr data-end=\"3727\" data-start=\"3724\"\u003ePastoral and rural landscapes\u003cbr data-end=\"3759\" data-start=\"3756\"\u003eSmall-scale cabinet paintings of high finish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4033\" data-start=\"3807\"\u003eHis works were exhibited during his lifetime and are represented in collections across Europe. Today, his paintings remain highly sought after, particularly among collectors of 19th century animalier and European pastoral art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"4038\" data-start=\"4035\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"4058\" data-start=\"4040\" data-section-id=\"18flhn9\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4056\" data-start=\"4043\"\u003eSigned ✍️\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4214\" data-start=\"4059\"\u003eBoth paintings are signed in the lower corners, consistent with known examples of the artist’s work and visible beneath the natural age-related craquelure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"4219\" data-start=\"4216\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"4240\" data-start=\"4221\" data-section-id=\"1d5fmcy\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4238\" data-start=\"4224\"\u003eFramed 🖼️\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4359\" data-start=\"4241\"\u003ePresented in ornate gilt frames, richly decorated and highly complementary to the period character of the paintings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4470\" data-start=\"4361\"\u003eThe frames enhance their visual impact and provide a strong decorative presence, ready for immediate display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"4475\" data-start=\"4472\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"4493\" data-start=\"4477\" data-section-id=\"13ozro2\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4491\" data-start=\"4480\"\u003eSize 📏\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4578\" data-start=\"4494\"\u003eEach frame measures approximately:\u003cbr data-end=\"4531\" data-start=\"4528\"\u003eHeight: 26 cm\u003cbr data-end=\"4547\" data-start=\"4544\"\u003eWidth: 32 cm\u003cbr data-end=\"4562\" data-start=\"4559\"\u003eDepth: 3.25 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4709\" data-start=\"4580\"\u003eA desirable cabinet scale, ideal for:\u003cbr data-end=\"4620\" data-start=\"4617\"\u003eLibrary or study settings\u003cbr data-end=\"4648\" data-start=\"4645\"\u003eInterior designer installations\u003cbr data-end=\"4682\" data-start=\"4679\"\u003eGrouped wall arrangements\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"4714\" data-start=\"4711\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"4738\" data-start=\"4716\" data-section-id=\"1378mgt\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4736\" data-start=\"4719\"\u003eProvenance 📜\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4943\" data-start=\"4739\"\u003ePrivate Collection.\u003cbr data-end=\"4761\" data-start=\"4758\"\u003eAcquired from the notable auction house Trevanion Auctioneers \u0026amp; Valuers, Whitchurch, Shropshire, 2022.\u003cbr data-end=\"4866\" data-start=\"4863\"\u003ePurchased by Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD prior to entering the market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"4948\" data-start=\"4945\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"4979\" data-start=\"4950\" data-section-id=\"1g4anr8\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4977\" data-start=\"4953\"\u003eWhy You’ll Love It ⭐\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5548\" data-start=\"4980\"\u003e✔️ A rare and highly decorative true companion pair\u003cbr data-end=\"5034\" data-start=\"5031\"\u003e✔️ Signed works by a recognised 19th century Belgian animal painter\u003cbr data-end=\"5104\" data-start=\"5101\"\u003e✔️ Strong connection to the desirable Verboeckhoven school\u003cbr data-end=\"5165\" data-start=\"5162\"\u003e✔️ Beautifully observed animal expressions and naturalistic detail\u003cbr data-end=\"5234\" data-start=\"5231\"\u003e✔️ Harmonious colour palette suited to refined interiors\u003cbr data-end=\"5293\" data-start=\"5290\"\u003e✔️ Ideal cabinet size for versatile display\u003cbr data-end=\"5339\" data-start=\"5336\"\u003e✔️ Authentic mid-19th century European works\u003cbr data-end=\"5386\" data-start=\"5383\"\u003e✔️ Excellent blend of art historical interest and decorative appeal\u003cbr data-end=\"5456\" data-start=\"5453\"\u003e✔️ Auction-backed provenance for added confidence\u003cbr data-end=\"5508\" data-start=\"5505\"\u003e✔️ Ready to hang and enjoy immediately\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"5553\" data-start=\"5550\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"5583\" data-start=\"5555\" data-section-id=\"27coko\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"5581\" data-start=\"5558\"\u003eCondition Report 🔍\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5626\" data-start=\"5584\"\u003eOffered in acceptable antique condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5873\" data-start=\"5628\"\u003eStable paint surfaces with consistent age-related craquelure\u003cbr data-end=\"5691\" data-start=\"5688\"\u003eMinor areas of paint loss, surface wear, and light fading\u003cbr data-end=\"5751\" data-start=\"5748\"\u003eSome staining and historic handling marks visible\u003cbr data-end=\"5803\" data-start=\"5800\"\u003eGilt frames with wear, scuffs and small losses commensurate with age\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5964\" data-start=\"5875\"\u003eOverall, the pair presents attractively and remains structurally sound and display-ready.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"057469c9-0034-4c0d-915e-bc309e104c2c\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-3\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-1-thinking\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-id=\"cde53e37-bf08-4d06-961b-09bec3cdfbee\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[1px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"thread-bottom-container\" class=\"group\/thread-bottom-container relative isolate z-10 w-full basis-auto has-data-has-thread-error:pt-2 has-data-has-thread-error:[box-shadow:var(--sharp-edge-bottom-shadow)] md:border-transparent md:pt-0 dark:border-white\/20 md:dark:border-transparent content-fade single-line flex flex-col\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-token-text-secondary relative mt-auto flex min-h-8 w-full items-center justify-center p-2 text-center text-xs md:px-[60px]\"\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"5336\" data-end=\"5339\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"3609\" data-end=\"3622\"\u003eShipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3623\" data-end=\"3732\"\u003eWorldwide Shipping Available — Professionally packaged and fully insured for secure international delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3734\" data-end=\"3864\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3734\" data-end=\"3862\"\u003eAvailable exclusively through Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD — Inquire now to secure this unique piece.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\u003chr data-end=\"5560\" data-start=\"5557\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-3 w-full empty:hidden\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43387596144893,"sku":"k445","price":7500.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0201\/2227\/1808\/products\/pair-19th-century-belgium-animal-oil-paintings-by-franz-van-severdonck-468523.jpg?v=1687012582"},{"product_id":"chinese-painting-wild-birds-plum-blossom-eyes-after-zhao-hi-趙佶-1082-1135","title":"Chinese Painting Wild Birds Plum Blossom Eyes After Zhao Hi (趙佶, 1082–1135)","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eExperience the beauty of nature with this traditional Chinese painting! In the style Craft of Zhao Hi (趙佶, 1082–1135) protégé, this unique piece captures two wild birds perched atop a blooming plum blossom, giving you a glimpse into the natural world. Get lost in the beauty of these creatures and their captivating eyes!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn the style of after Zhao Ji (趙佶, 1082–1135.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSubject Ornithological study of 2 wild birds perched on flowering plum blossom branches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eVery unusual as the birds eyes have hand painted plum blossom decorations around them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eInk, gouache and colour on silk with front protective glass cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eStamped signed by the artist with various unknown Chinese marks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCirca mid 20th century set in a gilt frame backed with board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEmperor Huizong (宋徽宗, 1082–1135), was the eighth and one of the most famous emperors of the Song dynasty, with a personal life spent amidst luxury, sophistication and art but ending in tragedy. Born as Zhao Ji (趙佶), he was the 11th son of Emperor Shenzong. In February 1100 his older half-brother Emperor Zhezong (哲宗) died without a surviving son, and Huizong succeeded him the next day as emperor, reigning from 1100 to 1126.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHuizong was famed for his promotion of Daoism. He was also a skilled poet, painter, calligrapher, and musician. Zhao Ji invented the “Slender Gold” style (瘦金體) of calligraphy. The name “Slender Gold” came from the fact that his writing resembled gold filament, twisted and turned. He sponsored numerous artists at his court, and the catalog of his imperial painting collection lists over 6,000 known paintings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eZhao Ji took huge efforts to search for art masters. He established the “Hanlin Huayuan” (翰林畫院, the imperial painting academy), where the best painters all over China share their best works. His era name of Xuanhe (宣和) was also used to describe a style of mounting paintings in scroll format. In this style, black borders are added between some of the silk planes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eZhao Ji was also a player of the guqin (古琴, a traditional string instrument), as exemplified by his famous painting “Listening to the Qin (聽琴圖)”. He also ordered the construction of a “Wanqin Tang” (萬琴堂, The Hall for Ten-Thousand Qin) in his palace. In 1114, following a request from Emperor Yejong of the Korean court of Goryeo, Huizong sent to the palace in the Goryeo capital at Gaeseong a set of musical instruments to be used for royal banquet music. Two years later, in 1116, he sent another, even larger gift of musical instruments (numbering 428 in total) to the Korean court, this time yayue (雅樂, elegant music) instruments, beginning that nation’s tradition of aak. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eZhao Ji was also a great tea enthusiast. He himself wrote the famous Treatise on Tea, the most detailed and masterful description of the Song Dynasty sophisticated style of tea ceremony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA true artist, Emperor Huizong neglected the army, and Song China became increasingly weak and at the mercy of foreign enemies. When the Jurchen of Manchuria founded the Jin dynasty and attacked the Liao kingdom to the north of the Song Empire, the Song court allied with the Jin and attacked the Liao from the south.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis succeeded in destroying the Liao kingdom, a long time enemy of the Song. However, an enemy even more formidable, the Jin, was now on the northern border. Not content with the annexation of the Liao kingdom, and measuring rightly the weakness of the Song empire, the Jin soon declared war on their former ally, and by the beginning of 1126 the troops of the Jin “left vice-marshal” Wanyan Wolibu crossed the Yellow River and came in sight of Kaifeng, the capital of the Song empire. Stricken with panic, Huizong abdicated on January 18, 1126 in favor of his son who became Emperor Qinzong (欽宗).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eReference source comuseum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eProvenance from a Lancashire antiques dealer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHighly sought after \u0026amp; collectible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eReady for immediate home wall display with hanging thread verso.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIncredible conversation piece for your guests. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe only select \u0026amp; 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O’Neill\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePreviously offered through \u003cstrong\u003eSworders\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePresented in its original gilt-wood frame\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupplied with a \u003cstrong\u003eCertificate of Sale \u0026amp; Dealer Attribution from Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD®\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIntroduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn important early 20th-century British sporting oil painting by \u003cstrong\u003eFrederick Albert Clark (1869–1954)\u003c\/strong\u003e depicting \u003cstrong\u003eSpion Kop\u003c\/strong\u003e, the celebrated chestnut racehorse who won the 1920 Epsom Derby.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSigned and dated 1920, the painting was created during the very year of Spion Kop’s greatest racing achievement. Clark presents the champion in quiet repose outside a stable, concentrating upon the individual character, strength and presence of the horse rather than the excitement of the racecourse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe richly worked chestnut coat provides the visual centre of the composition, while the surrounding stable architecture, foliage and summer sky are handled with broader, more atmospheric brushwork. The combination creates a compelling sporting portrait with considerable decorative and historical appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCatalogue Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArtist: Frederick Albert Clark (1869–1954)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTitle: \u003cem\u003eSpion Kop, Winner of the Derby Stakes, 1920\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSubject: Spion Kop\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDate: 1920\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMedium: Oil on canvas\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSchool: British\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGenre: Sporting \/ Equestrian \/ Horse Racing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSignature: Signed and dated lower right in red, “Frederick Albert Clark 1920”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrame: Original gilt-wood frame with classical moulded decoration\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCatalogue Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpion Kop is positioned slightly left of centre outside a stable, facing inward toward the viewer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClark uses warm chestnut reds, siennas, browns and ochres throughout the horse’s coat, with carefully applied highlights across the shoulder, flank and hindquarters creating a convincing sense of sheen and muscular structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe head is particularly well observed. The attentive ears, bright eye, mane and carefully defined facial features give the horse a strong individual character rather than presenting him simply as a generic racehorse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo the left, an open stable door with a folded blanket provides a subtle narrative detail. Behind the horse, a tall wall capped by a stone sphere forms the principal architectural element, while foliage and a softly clouded summer sky provide an atmospheric upper register.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe contrast between the more precise treatment of the horse and the looser handling of the background is highly effective. Spion Kop remains the undisputed focus, while the surrounding setting establishes an appropriately elegant English sporting environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mood is one of quiet triumph: a champion portrayed not in the frenzy of competition, but in proud and assured repose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpion Kop – Winner of the 1920 Epsom Derby\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpion Kop (1917–1941) was bred and owned by \u003cstrong\u003eMajor Giles Loder\u003c\/strong\u003e and trained by \u003cstrong\u003ePeter Gilpin\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn 2 June 1920, ridden by American jockey \u003cstrong\u003eFrank O’Neill\u003c\/strong\u003e, Spion Kop won the Epsom Derby and secured his place among the notable winners in the history of British flat racing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe contemporary date of this painting is particularly significant. Executed in \u003cstrong\u003e1920\u003c\/strong\u003e, it belongs to the same year as Spion Kop’s celebrated Derby victory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollowing his racing career, Spion Kop retired to stud and remained part of the history of British thoroughbred breeding until his death in 1941.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Artist\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrederick Albert Clark (1869–1954) was an English animal and sporting painter associated particularly with equestrian and canine subjects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBorn in Islington in 1869, he came from a distinguished family of animal painters. His father \u003cstrong\u003eAlbert Clark (1843–1928)\u003c\/strong\u003eand grandfather \u003cstrong\u003eJames Clark (1812–1909)\u003c\/strong\u003e were both recognised for equestrian painting, while his brother \u003cstrong\u003eWilliam Albert Clark (1880–1963)\u003c\/strong\u003e also continued the family artistic tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrederick Albert Clark developed a particular reputation for combining accurate anatomical observation with a strong understanding of animal character. His equestrian subjects are distinguished by convincing musculature, stance, expression and an ability to convey the individual presence of the horse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe present work is especially characteristic of that approach, balancing close observation of the animal with a more atmospheric treatment of the surrounding landscape and architecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProvenance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginal paper label verso:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Frederick Albert Clark – Spion Kop Winner of the Derby Stakes 1920 – Oil on canvas – signed and dated.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFurther historic inscription verso:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Marie G. Loder’s Spion Kop Winner of the 1920 Derby Stakes, ridden by F. O’Neill.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePreviously offered through \u003cstrong\u003eSworders\u003c\/strong\u003e, England.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSubsequently curated and presented for sale by \u003cstrong\u003eCheshire Antiques Consultant LTD®\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe surviving labels and inscriptions form part of the painting’s documentary history. Their wording is recorded as found and should not, without further documentary evidence, be interpreted as establishing an unbroken chain of ownership.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFramed:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e63.5 cm high × 72 cm wide × 3.75 cm deep\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproximately 25 × 28.3 × 1.5 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition Report\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFine antique condition consistent with age and previous ownership.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe canvas has previously been relined for stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is age-related craquelure together with areas of surface dust, spotting\/foxing and minor paint loss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe gilt-wood frame displays expected age-related wear including rubbing, scuffs and small chips and losses commensurate with age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe painting is stable and ready for display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease refer closely to the photographs, which form an integral part of the condition report. Additional photographs and further information are available upon request.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorldwide shipping is available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe painting will be professionally packaged with particular attention to protecting the canvas, frame and decorative mouldings and will be fully insured for transit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease contact us regarding international shipping quotations or any specific delivery requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertificate of Sale \u0026amp; Dealer Attribution\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe artwork will be supplied with a Certificate of Sale \u0026amp; Dealer Attribution issued by Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD®, recording the artwork’s catalogue details, attribution, provenance as stated, and details of the sale. 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As with all historic works of art, future documentary discoveries, technical examination, conservation analysis or advances in academic research may refine, expand or revise current interpretations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCheshire Antiques Consultant LTD®\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecialising in carefully curated British and European fine art, antiques and historic works of art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery artwork is professionally researched and catalogued using comparative scholarship, published reference material and more than two decades of experience within the international fine art market. 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It’s an excellent example of \u003cstrong data-end=\"1239\" data-start=\"1215\"\u003eBritish sporting art\u003c\/strong\u003e, balancing accuracy with refined, understated elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1300\" data-start=\"1297\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1344\" data-start=\"1302\"\u003e📚 \u003cstrong data-end=\"1344\" data-start=\"1305\"\u003eHistory of the Racehorse “Partisan”\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1447\" data-start=\"1346\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1371\" data-start=\"1346\"\u003eBreeding \u0026amp; Background\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1374\" data-start=\"1371\"\u003ePartisan was a \u003cstrong data-end=\"1416\" data-start=\"1389\"\u003ebay colt foaled in 1811\u003c\/strong\u003e at the Grafton stud. 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At three he ran seven times at Newmarket, winning \u003cstrong data-end=\"2080\" data-start=\"2052\"\u003ethree 200-guinea matches\u003c\/strong\u003e, including victories over \u003cem data-end=\"2116\" data-start=\"2107\"\u003ePinions\u003c\/em\u003e (another Walton son), \u003cem data-end=\"2149\" data-start=\"2139\"\u003eMagician\u003c\/em\u003e (by Sorcerer), and an Orville filly. He also won a sweepstakes in which he beat older horses such as \u003cstrong data-end=\"2261\" data-start=\"2251\"\u003eCurlew\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-end=\"2276\" data-start=\"2266\"\u003eMedora\u003c\/strong\u003e, the year’s Oaks winner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2486\" data-start=\"2305\"\u003eAlthough he never became a star of the classics, he earned a reputation as a \u003cstrong data-end=\"2412\" data-start=\"2382\"\u003egood, fast Newmarket horse\u003c\/strong\u003e, racing during a quieter phase of English racing under Jockey Club rules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2639\" data-start=\"2488\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2512\" data-start=\"2488\"\u003ePartisan in the Stud\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2515\" data-start=\"2512\"\u003ePartisan’s greatest impact came at stud. Though he never topped the sires’ list, he proved \u003cstrong data-end=\"2628\" data-start=\"2606\"\u003ehighly influential\u003c\/strong\u003e, siring:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2984\" data-start=\"2641\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2778\" data-start=\"2641\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2670\" data-start=\"2643\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2667\" data-start=\"2643\"\u003eFour classic winners\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2778\" data-start=\"2673\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2699\" data-start=\"2673\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2699\" data-start=\"2675\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"2681\" data-start=\"2675\"\u003eZeal\u003c\/em\u003e – 1,000 Guineas\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2724\" data-start=\"2702\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2724\" data-start=\"2704\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"2714\" data-start=\"2704\"\u003eMameluke\u003c\/em\u003e – Derby\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2755\" data-start=\"2727\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2755\" data-start=\"2729\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"2737\" data-start=\"2729\"\u003ePatron\u003c\/em\u003e – 2,000 Guineas\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2778\" data-start=\"2758\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2778\" data-start=\"2760\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"2769\" data-start=\"2760\"\u003eCyprian\u003c\/em\u003e – Oaks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2984\" data-start=\"2780\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2810\" data-start=\"2782\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2807\" data-start=\"2782\"\u003eThree major sire sons\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2984\" data-start=\"2813\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2863\" data-start=\"2813\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2863\" data-start=\"2815\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2828\" data-start=\"2815\"\u003eGladiator\u003c\/strong\u003e – later a key stallion in France\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2924\" data-start=\"2866\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2924\" data-start=\"2868\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2879\" data-start=\"2868\"\u003eGlaucus\u003c\/strong\u003e – top Cup horse and successful sire abroad\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2984\" data-start=\"2927\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2984\" data-start=\"2929\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2940\" data-start=\"2929\"\u003eVenison\u003c\/strong\u003e – important racehorse and sire in Britain\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3302\" data-start=\"2986\"\u003eThrough these sons, Partisan carried the \u003cstrong data-end=\"3064\" data-start=\"3027\"\u003eHighflyer \/ Sir Peter Teazle line\u003c\/strong\u003e well into the later 19th century, with influence in both \u003cstrong data-end=\"3146\" data-start=\"3122\"\u003eBritish and European\u003c\/strong\u003e breeding. His line also produced significant broodmares such as \u003cstrong data-end=\"3225\" data-start=\"3211\"\u003eQueen Mary\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-end=\"3246\" data-start=\"3230\"\u003eQueen Bertha\u003c\/strong\u003e, whose descendants helped spread his blood worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3516\" data-start=\"3304\"\u003eModern pedigree writers regard him as a \u003cstrong data-end=\"3395\" data-start=\"3344\"\u003evital link in the early Thoroughbred sire lines\u003c\/strong\u003e – a game and genuine Newmarket horse whose greatest legacy lies in his descendants. He died in \u003cstrong data-end=\"3499\" data-start=\"3491\"\u003e1833\u003c\/strong\u003e, aged around 22.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"3521\" data-start=\"3518\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3631\" data-start=\"3523\"\u003e📌 \u003cstrong data-end=\"3563\" data-start=\"3526\"\u003eWhy This Matters for the Painting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"3566\" data-start=\"3563\"\u003eDated\/inscribed \u003cstrong data-end=\"3590\" data-start=\"3582\"\u003e1827\u003c\/strong\u003e, this portrait captures Partisan when:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"3817\" data-start=\"3633\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3687\" data-start=\"3633\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3687\" data-start=\"3635\"\u003eHe had already shown his ability on the racecourse\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3750\" data-start=\"3688\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3750\" data-start=\"3690\"\u003eHis early crops at stud were beginning to prove successful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3817\" data-start=\"3751\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3817\" data-start=\"3753\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-end=\"3797\" data-start=\"3757\"\u003eDuke of Grafton’s breeding operation\u003c\/strong\u003e was at its height\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4057\" data-start=\"3819\"\u003eThis is almost certainly a \u003cstrong data-end=\"3870\" data-start=\"3846\"\u003eformal stud portrait\u003c\/strong\u003e of a \u003cstrong data-end=\"3911\" data-start=\"3876\"\u003esignificant foundation stallion\u003c\/strong\u003e, rather than a casual sporting scene – the kind of painting a major owner would commission to celebrate an important horse in the stud’s history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"4062\" data-start=\"4059\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4097\" data-start=\"4064\"\u003e✍️ \u003cstrong data-end=\"4095\" data-start=\"4067\"\u003eSignature \u0026amp; Inscriptions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"4263\" data-start=\"4098\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4130\" data-start=\"4098\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4130\" data-start=\"4100\"\u003eSigned by \u003cstrong data-end=\"4128\" data-start=\"4110\"\u003eJames Barenger\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4184\" data-start=\"4131\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4184\" data-start=\"4133\"\u003eOld label verso reading \u003cstrong data-end=\"4182\" data-start=\"4157\"\u003e“Hunter In Landscape”\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4263\" data-start=\"4185\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4263\" data-start=\"4187\"\u003eFurther inscription verso with the name \u003cstrong data-end=\"4241\" data-start=\"4227\"\u003e“Partisan”\u003c\/strong\u003e and the date \u003cstrong data-end=\"4263\" data-start=\"4255\"\u003e1827\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"4268\" data-start=\"4265\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4411\" data-start=\"4270\"\u003e👤 \u003cstrong data-end=\"4322\" data-start=\"4273\"\u003eAbout the Artist – James Barenger (1780–1831)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"4325\" data-start=\"4322\"\u003eJames Barenger was a leading English painter of \u003cstrong data-end=\"4408\" data-start=\"4373\"\u003ehorses, dogs and hunting scenes\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"4681\" data-start=\"4413\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4460\" data-start=\"4413\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4460\" data-start=\"4415\"\u003eExhibited \u003cstrong data-end=\"4458\" data-start=\"4425\"\u003e48 works at the Royal Academy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4507\" data-start=\"4461\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4507\" data-start=\"4463\"\u003eAlso showed at the \u003cstrong data-end=\"4505\" data-start=\"4482\"\u003eBritish Institution\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4577\" data-start=\"4508\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4577\" data-start=\"4510\"\u003eHis paintings were engraved for prestigious sporting publications\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4681\" data-start=\"4578\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4681\" data-start=\"4580\"\u003eWorks by Barenger still appear at major auctions, with some examples achieving \u003cstrong data-end=\"4679\" data-start=\"4659\"\u003eover $37,000 USD\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4829\" data-start=\"4683\"\u003eHis blend of \u003cstrong data-end=\"4755\" data-start=\"4696\"\u003eprecise anatomy, careful observation and refined finish\u003c\/strong\u003e makes his signed equestrian portraits especially desirable to collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"4834\" data-start=\"4831\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4990\" data-start=\"4836\"\u003e🖼 \u003cstrong data-end=\"4848\" data-start=\"4839\"\u003eFrame\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"4851\" data-start=\"4848\"\u003ePresented in an attractive \u003cstrong data-end=\"4903\" data-start=\"4878\"\u003elater gilt wood frame\u003c\/strong\u003e, which complements the painting’s period character. It is \u003cstrong data-end=\"4989\" data-start=\"4962\"\u003eready to hang and enjoy\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"4995\" data-start=\"4992\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5025\" data-start=\"4997\"\u003e📏 \u003cstrong data-end=\"5023\" data-start=\"5000\"\u003eDimensions (Framed)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"5090\" data-start=\"5026\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"5047\" data-start=\"5026\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5047\" data-start=\"5028\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"5039\" data-start=\"5028\"\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 78 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"5068\" data-start=\"5048\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5068\" data-start=\"5050\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"5060\" data-start=\"5050\"\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 90 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"5090\" data-start=\"5069\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5090\" data-start=\"5071\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"5081\" data-start=\"5071\"\u003eDepth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4.5 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"5095\" data-start=\"5092\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5116\" data-start=\"5097\"\u003e📜 \u003cstrong data-end=\"5114\" data-start=\"5100\"\u003eProvenance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"5140\" data-start=\"5118\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"5140\" data-start=\"5118\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5140\" data-start=\"5120\"\u003ePrivate collection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5544\" data-start=\"5142\"\u003eBased on subject, date and artist, by repute that this canvas may have been \u003cstrong data-end=\"5305\" data-start=\"5225\"\u003ecommissioned by or for the 4th Duke of Grafton \/ Grafton Stud at Euston Hall\u003c\/strong\u003e, where Partisan stood at stud and where Barenger is known to have had patronage. It may originally have hung in the house or stud buildings and could have remained in a Grafton-related family collection through part of the 19th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5720\" data-start=\"5546\"\u003eThis pattern is typical for \u003cstrong data-end=\"5598\" data-start=\"5574\"\u003eBritish sporting art\u003c\/strong\u003e of the period and fits Barenger’s known clientele, but it remains \u003cstrong data-end=\"5717\" data-start=\"5665\"\u003escholarly conjecture rather than documented fact\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5793\" data-start=\"5722\"\u003eLater in private English collections until first recorded at auction:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"5967\" data-start=\"5794\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"5847\" data-start=\"5794\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5847\" data-start=\"5796\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"5845\" data-start=\"5796\"\u003eWoolley \u0026amp; Wallis, Salisbury, 8 September 2020\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"5967\" data-start=\"5848\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5967\" data-start=\"5850\"\u003eCurated by \u003cstrong data-end=\"5897\" data-start=\"5861\"\u003eCheshire Antiques Consultant LTD\u003c\/strong\u003e, with further online offerings via NY Elizabeth and LiveAuctioneers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"5972\" data-start=\"5969\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"6000\" data-start=\"5974\"\u003e✅ \u003cstrong data-end=\"5998\" data-start=\"5976\"\u003eWhy You’ll Love It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"6577\" data-start=\"6002\"\u003e✅ Rare \u003cstrong data-end=\"6019\" data-start=\"6009\"\u003esigned\u003c\/strong\u003e work by a respected English equine and sporting artist\u003cbr data-end=\"6077\" data-start=\"6074\"\u003e✅ Characterful portrait of \u003cstrong data-end=\"6186\" data-start=\"6104\"\u003e“Partisan,” an influential early 19th-century Thoroughbred and foundation sire\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"6189\" data-start=\"6186\"\u003e✅ Beautiful balance of \u003cstrong data-end=\"6269\" data-start=\"6212\"\u003eearthy greens, warm bay tones and soft, natural light\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"6272\" data-start=\"6269\"\u003e✅ Refined realist brushwork with \u003cstrong data-end=\"6347\" data-start=\"6305\"\u003elifelike anatomical detail and texture\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"6350\" data-start=\"6347\"\u003e✅ Supplied \u003cstrong data-end=\"6378\" data-start=\"6361\"\u003eready-to-hang\u003c\/strong\u003e in a classic gilt wood frame\u003cbr data-end=\"6410\" data-start=\"6407\"\u003e✅ A superb focal piece for any \u003cstrong data-end=\"6496\" data-start=\"6441\"\u003eequestrian, racing, sporting or fine art collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"6499\" data-start=\"6496\"\u003e✅ Friendly, professional customer service to guide and support your purchase\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"6582\" data-start=\"6579\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"6609\" data-start=\"6584\"\u003e🛠 \u003cstrong data-end=\"6607\" data-start=\"6587\"\u003eCondition Report\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"7006\" data-start=\"6611\"\u003eFine antique condition with attractive, age-related character.\u003cbr data-end=\"6676\" data-start=\"6673\"\u003eThere are foxing spots, craquelure, minor areas of paint loss and some light surface dust.\u003cbr data-end=\"6769\" data-start=\"6766\"\u003eProfessional paint touch-ups are visible in places under close inspection.\u003cbr data-end=\"6846\" data-start=\"6843\"\u003eThe canvas has been relined to provide stability and long-term support.\u003cbr data-end=\"6920\" data-start=\"6917\"\u003eThe gilt frame shows light wear, scuffs and small chips consistent with age and use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"3555\" data-start=\"3552\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3669\" data-start=\"3557\"\u003e\u003cspan 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class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eInquire now to secure this unique piece\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3542\" data-end=\"3545\"\u003e","brand":"Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43504004694269,"sku":"k520","price":12000.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0201\/2227\/1808\/products\/19th-century-oil-painting-bay-hunter-race-horse-partisan-by-james-barenger-470679.jpg?v=1687011191"},{"product_id":"british-oil-painting-portrait-of-3-sheep-in-highland-landscape-b-elizabeth-halstead","title":"British Oil Painting Portrait Of 3 Sheep In Highlands Signed by Elizabeth Halstead","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMake a statement with this British oil painted portrait of 3 sheep in the Highlands, signed by Elizabeth Halstead! Snuggle up with the wooly wonders and enjoy the perfect blend of art and agriculture - artist-approved and \"brilliant!\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSubject portrait of 3 sheep, of which 2 are shown in side profile. \u0026amp; 1 is shown in front profile. They are standing close to the peak set in the magnificent Scottish Highlands rolling hills landscape. With beautiful heather foliage below, the sheep that is closet is looking right at the viewer, with the other 2 sheep looking to the left. Having such a perspective landscape view with a mix of blue sky and gray clouds above.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA feature that really stands out with this artwork is the excellence of the artist's ability to capture the individuality of each of the sheep, the detail of their coats, horns and faces, which is breathtaking and so realistic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA very fine example of her work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOil on board.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCirca early 21st century.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSigned by the well-known British artist Elizabeth Halstead.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe feel she is the modern day Thomas Sidney Cooper. That's how superb her artistic skills are, and her paintings will only go up in value.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTitle “Sheep on the Hillside” By Elizabeth Halstead.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eArtist Biography and provenance verso :Elizabeth Halstead is a well known British artist and  was born in the West Riding of Yorkshire to a Canadian father and an English mother. After immigrating to Canada at the age of 19, she worked and traveled across the country painting the wildlife and spectacular scenery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUpon returning to England, she settled down for a few years but returned to Canada in 1974 where she worked and trained as a professional artist, selling her work exclusively to a gallery in Ontario. In 1982, she returned to England with her family and has steadily built up her career in this country. She paints mainly natural history subjects and misty landscapes in both water-coil and oils; her style is very detailed, and she tries to introduce both atmosphere and drama into her work. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn the course of the last few years, she has had many successful exhibitions around the country, including one in Haring Cross, London, where the British Falconers Club of Great Britain invited her to exhibit at their 60th Anniversary. She also works as a freelance designer and has done work for the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds and for the Canadian Wildlife Federation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSet in a beautiful decorative gilt molded frame.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAn exceptionally sought after collectible artwork.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSuch a delightful scene to the eye, a great conversation piece. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHighly sought after due to the collectible nature of animal subject and such elaborate detail. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWith hanging thread on the back ready for immediate home wall display. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIncredible conversation piece for your guests. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe only select \u0026amp; sell paintings based upon subject quality \u0026amp; significance. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe provide our clients with friendly professional customer service. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCondition report. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOffered in fine used condition. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFront painting surface in good overall order. Having some minor staining in places. A frame which has general wear, scuffs, stains, some minor chips and paint loss commensurate with usage \u0026amp; age. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eInternational buyers worldwide shipping is available. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eViewings are welcome by appointment only for customer support. Please send a message thank you. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCheckout our other exciting available Fine Arts, antiques \u0026amp; collectibles in our shop gallery. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions in centimetres of the frame\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHigh (54.5 cm)\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWide (70 cm)\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDepth thickness of frame (4.5 cm)\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43627203330301,"sku":"k570","price":3300.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0201\/2227\/1808\/products\/british-oil-painting-portrait-of-3-sheep-in-highlands-signed-elizabeth-halstead-205129.webp?v=1687011596"},{"product_id":"important-equestrian-oil-painting-travelling-to-chester-on-the-road-c1874-by-edward-lloyd-of-ellesmere","title":"Important Equestrian Oil Painting  Travelling to Chester On the Road C1874 By Edward Lloyd Of Ellesmere","description":"\u003ch2 data-end=\"46\" data-start=\"0\"\u003e🖼️ Edward Lloyd of Ellesmere (1818–1901)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"96\" data-start=\"47\"\u003eImportant Victorian Equestrian Oil Painting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"160\" data-start=\"97\"\u003e\n\u003cem data-end=\"138\" data-start=\"101\"\u003eTravelling to Chester (On the Road)\u003c\/em\u003e — dated 4 August 1874\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"165\" data-start=\"162\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"193\" data-start=\"167\"\u003eSubject \u0026amp; Medium 🐎\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"542\" data-start=\"194\"\u003eOil on canvas. A richly narrative Victorian equine and travel oil painting scene: a horse dealer\/trader rides along a country road toward Chester market, leading a string of horses. A weathered signpost points the way to “Chester”, while additional riders and horses appear in the distance, reinforcing the sense of shared movement toward the fair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"547\" data-start=\"544\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"584\" data-start=\"549\"\u003eComposition \u0026amp; Technique 🎨\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1443\" data-start=\"585\"\u003eLloyd constructs the picture around forward momentum—the road rises toward the crest, the horses advance in a believable sequence, and the signpost provides an instant “you are here” moment.\u003cbr data-end=\"778\" data-start=\"775\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"810\" data-start=\"778\"\u003eEquine accuracy \u0026amp; character:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each horse is individually described—weight, stance, gait, and temperament feel observed rather than invented.\u003cbr data-end=\"924\" data-start=\"921\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"946\" data-start=\"924\"\u003eNarrative clarity:\u003c\/strong\u003e The signpost is a masterstroke: it turns a rural ride into a defined story (a journey with purpose).\u003cbr data-end=\"1050\" data-start=\"1047\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1075\" data-start=\"1050\"\u003eLandscape atmosphere:\u003c\/strong\u003e The pale sky and distant hills create air and depth, while the roadside details (path texture, grasses\/flowers, and earthy tones) add tactility.\u003cbr data-end=\"1223\" data-start=\"1220\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1245\" data-start=\"1223\"\u003eBalanced handling:\u003c\/strong\u003e Firmer, more detailed work in the horses and tack; looser, more atmospheric treatment in the sky and middle distance—classic Victorian sporting-picture structure that reads well from across a room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1448\" data-start=\"1445\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1478\" data-start=\"1450\"\u003eAbout the Artist 🏇\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1892\" data-start=\"1479\"\u003eEdward Lloyd was a Shropshire-based sporting and animal painter, strongly associated with Ellesmere. He is best known for equine subjects and rural sporting scenes, and he exhibited at the Royal Academy in 1861. His pictures were made for (and remain popular with) collectors who value truthful animal painting—the ability to capture a horse’s structure and presence—combined with landscape setting and narrative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1897\" data-start=\"1894\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1930\" data-start=\"1899\"\u003eHistorical Importance 📜\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2155\" data-start=\"1931\"\u003eThis painting sits within the long British tradition of sporting and equine art—works historically collected for country houses, libraries, and stable offices as records of rural life, horse culture, and regional identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2865\" data-start=\"2157\"\u003eIt also aligns with the collecting taste that surrounded major equestrian patronage and later international connoisseurship:\u003cbr data-end=\"2284\" data-start=\"2281\"\u003eThe Marquess of Anglesey (the Paget family, Plas Newydd) is famously linked to horses and British equestrian culture—representing the kind of historic milieu where equine pictures were prized and displayed. \u003cbr data-end=\"2496\" data-start=\"2493\"\u003eIn the 20th century, collectors such as Paul Mellon helped elevate British sporting art internationally, demonstrating how serious buyers have long pursued quality horse painting, not only the household names but also gifted specialists. \u003cbr data-end=\"2739\" data-start=\"2736\"\u003e(These are references to the collecting tradition—no claim is made that this specific painting belonged to those collections.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2870\" data-start=\"2867\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2886\" data-start=\"2872\"\u003eSigned ✍️\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2957\" data-start=\"2887\"\u003eSigned and inscribed “Edward Lloyd, Ellesmere” and dated “Aug 4 1874”.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2962\" data-start=\"2959\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2979\" data-start=\"2964\"\u003eFramed 🪞✨\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3133\" data-start=\"2980\"\u003ePresented in a fine original Victorian gilt composition frame with moulded floral and classical detailing—highly complementary to the period and subject.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"3138\" data-start=\"3135\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"3152\" data-start=\"3140\"\u003eSize 📏\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3255\" data-start=\"3153\"\u003eFramed size approximately:\u003cbr data-end=\"3182\" data-start=\"3179\"\u003e33.26 in (84.5 cm) wide x 27.36 in (69.5 cm) high x 2.95 in (7.5 cm) deep\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"3260\" data-start=\"3257\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"3280\" data-start=\"3262\"\u003eProvenance 🧾\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3534\" data-start=\"3281\"\u003eFrom the Albert Helliwell deceased estate collection (UK)\u003cbr data-end=\"3341\" data-start=\"3338\"\u003eSold at Hutchinson Scott, unreserved estate sale, 30 October 2020, catalogued as “Travelling to Chester horse fair”, signed and dated 4 August 1874. Curated by Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"3539\" data-start=\"3536\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"3568\" data-start=\"3541\"\u003eWhy You’ll Love It 💚\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4450\" data-start=\"3569\"\u003e✅ Instant conversation piece: the signpost to “Chester” makes the narrative clear—guests immediately understand the story and lean in.\u003cbr data-end=\"3706\" data-start=\"3703\"\u003e✅ Beautiful equine presence: the white horse is a standout focal note, balanced by the rich browns and darker mount—strong visual harmony.\u003cbr data-end=\"3847\" data-start=\"3844\"\u003e✅ Decorator-friendly palette: earthy road tones, soft sky blues\/greys, and natural greens work in both traditional and contemporary interiors.\u003cbr data-end=\"3992\" data-start=\"3989\"\u003e✅ Ellesmere-signed \u0026amp; precisely dated: collectors love clearly anchored works—signature, place inscription, and exact day\/month\/year.\u003cbr data-end=\"4127\" data-start=\"4124\"\u003e✅ Country-house character: the subject and frame sit perfectly in a library, study, hall, or equestrian interior—classic “sporting wall” appeal.\u003cbr data-end=\"4274\" data-start=\"4271\"\u003e✅ Collecting tradition: the same genre admired by historic British equestrian circles (e.g., Anglesey) and later championed internationally by connoisseurs such as Paul Mellon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"4455\" data-start=\"4452\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"4481\" data-start=\"4457\"\u003eCondition Report 🔎\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4891\" data-start=\"4482\"\u003eOffered in good antique condition, commensurate with age.\u003cbr data-end=\"4542\" data-start=\"4539\"\u003eThe canvas shows various craquelure, scattered surface wear, and areas of historic restoration\/retouching, with some paint loss and repair patches verso consistent with an old 19th-century oil painting.\u003cbr data-end=\"4747\" data-start=\"4744\"\u003eThe frame shows age-related wear including scuffs, chips, and old repairs—typical and appropriate for an original Victorian composition frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5067\" data-start=\"4893\"\u003ePlease note: the photographs form an integral part of the description and condition report, and should be consulted carefully as part of the overall assessment of this piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"5072\" data-start=\"5069\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"5110\" data-start=\"5074\"\u003eWorldwide Shipping Available 🌍\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5317\" data-start=\"5111\"\u003eProfessionally packaged and fully insured for safe global delivery. 📦✨\u003cbr data-end=\"5185\" data-start=\"5182\"\u003eClick “Buy It Now” to make it yours before it’s gone. 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A must-have for any dog lover or art enthusiast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImpress your clients \u0026amp; guests in your home or office with this animal masterpiece.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFollower in the style of Benedict Angell Hyland.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubject animal portrait of 2 Scottish rough Collie dogs, half length portrait one is facing towards the viewer and the other is facing to the left.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA rather nice small with the frame being 30cm wide and 23.5cm high.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOil on canvas laid on board.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet in a beautiful later black contemporary frame.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSigned by the British artist R B Sparks and dated 1923. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBiography of Benedict Angell Hyland 1859 - 1933 was a British painter who was born in 1859, the artist died in 1933. He was was born in Hastings, Sussex, England in 1859 and he became an artist, specialising in animal, particularly dog, portraits. He moved around a lot but eventually settled in London Road, Forest Hill, Lewisham (SE London) from around 1902. The spelling of his middle name is '' Angell''. He had a store in London specializing in art restoration and was once robbed (September 1907) by three teenage boys of hundreds of post cards. In 1911 he called himself a picture framer rather than artist (as he did as a 23 year old). \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBenedict taught at the Camberwell School of Art. He spent several years in Paris where he had a picture exhibited in the Paris Salon. In the 1890s he was restoring the pictures of the Duke of Portland at Welbeck Abbey. In 1933 Benedict fell under a train at Sydenham Station. It was thought he committed suicide because he was depressed at having to close down his Fine Art business. Benedict''s parents were Walter George Hyland and Frances Lucy Angell. Benedict''s siblings were -1860 Edward , 1862 Agnes Rosina d.1888, 1863 Harry d.1865, 1865 Elizabeth d.1865, 1879 Nellie Benedict Angell Hyland married Beatrice Irene Selby in Hampstead in 1913. They had one daughter in 1931; Rosalind Violet Eleanor Hyland (deceased).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHighly sought after due to the collectible nature of subject animal matter such elaborate detail. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWith hanging thread on the back ready for immediate home wall display. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncredible conversation piece for your guests. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe only select \u0026amp; sell paintings based upon subject quality \u0026amp; significance. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe provide our clients with friendly professional customer service. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition report. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOffered in fine used condition. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront painting surface in good overall order. Having various craquelure and some minor paint loss flaking in places. Set in fine gilt frame which has general wear commensurate with usage \u0026amp; age.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternational buyers worldwide shipping is available.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheckout our exciting other available Fine Arts, Antiques \u0026amp; Collectibles in our shop gallery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions in centimetres of the frame\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHigh (23.5cm)\u003cbr\u003eWide (30cm)\u003cbr\u003eDepth thickness of frame (2cm)\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43772735586557,"sku":"k698","price":2600.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0201\/2227\/1808\/products\/british-oil-painting-portrait-of-2-scottish-rough-collie-dogs-878576.jpg?v=1687011592"},{"product_id":"large-painting-north-american-bald-eagles-gathering-fishing-by-justin-prigmore","title":"Large Painting North American Bald Eagles Gathering Fishing By Justin Prigmore","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTake a daring adventure with this magnificent Large Realism Painting North American Bald Eagles Gathering Fishing By Justin Prigmore! Soar with its vibrant colors and exquisite details, and feel the power of its majestic creatures. Embark on a journey and discover one-of-a-kind artistry!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubject ornithology study of 4 Bald Eagle birds fishing near the bank shore, signed by the known British artist Justin Prigmore.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTitle \"Bald Eagle Gathering\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 eagle is perched on a rock looking down towards the water he has already caught a fish and has stripped its flesh off leaving just the skeleton and tail.BTO his left are 2 other eagles who are both patrolling the shoreline with eagerness, on the other flank to the far left is a 4th eagle who has just landed in the river with is legs claws submerged and his wings outstretched. With views of many stone boulders of various sizes in the distance background, in the foreground the rivet water ripples calmly, having such beautiful perspective.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAcrylic on board.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCirca early 21st century.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn impressive size, with the frame being 91.5 cm high and 52 cm wide.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine work of art, a well painted example which is so collectible \u0026amp; sought after. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvenance artist label verso \u0026amp; other label.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTitle “Bald eagles gathering” by Justin Prigmore.\u003cbr\u003eAward-winning artist Justin Prigmore has a Master’s Degree in Ecology and until recently, as well as being a painter, worked part-time for the Cairngorms National Park Authority mainly on capercaillie conservation. Born in 1974 in Wales, Justin currently lives in Domain Bridge with his wife Carina and two young daughters, Hannah and Ella. Justin has been drawing and painting for as long as he can remember, but it was while living in Colorado in his early twenties, that he re-discovered his love of wildlife. The wonderful galleries in the Rockies had a profound effect on him, and he has focused his attention on this genre of painting ever since.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTravel has been an essential element of his work. He and Carina have travelled throughout North America, including Western Canada and Alaska. They lived for a year in Northern Sweden. In 2006, they visited Africa for the first time, taking them to see the phenomenal wildlife spectacles of Kenya and Tanzania. They have also spent time in Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks, where they have joined a wolf researcher’s radio-tracking wild wolves in Yellowstone’s northern range. Justin is exhibiting his work internationally in prestigious buried shows and galleries. In the United States, he has shown at the Bennington Center for the Arts, Vermont, who have purchased three of his pieces for their permanent collection and with the Society of Animal Artists, who have elected him as a signature member. His painting “The Standoff” has been purchased for the permanent collection of the Wildlife Experience Museum in Denver, Colorado.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJustin has also shown his work at Trailside Galleries, the premier Western and Wildlife gallery in the US. He has also been buried into the “Wild in de Nature” show in Holland and into the annual exhibition of the Society of Wildlife Artists in the Mall Galleries, London. Justin exhibited many times at the National Exhibition of Wildlife Art in the Viral, where he was commended in 2004 and in 2010 he won the “Best British Wildlife” award at the show. He has also been the winner of “Bird watch Artist of the Year” and “Wilds cape, Artist of the Year, Editor’s Selection”.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe majority of Justin’s recent work has been focused on the wonderful wildlife that he encounters at home in the Cairngorms. This work is usually shown either at a few Game Fairs annually or through the House of Braun Gallery. As deer have made up a large part of this work, he has recently taken up stalking as a way of getting closer to his subjects in their natural setting. Black grouse and capercaillie in particular have also figured strongly, and countless hours have been spent in a hide studying their leaking behavior. \u003cbr\u003eJustin has recently started working with the world renowned Rowntree Bryon Galleries in London and Pet worth, and he will show his African paintings at their annual “Africa” show this winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe bald eagle (Haliaeetus leucocephalus) is a bird of prey found in North America. A sea eagle, it has two known subspecies and forms a species pair with the white-tailed eagle (Haliaeetus Alicia), which occupies the same niche as the bald eagle in the Pale arctic. Its range includes most of Canada and Alaska, all the contiguous United States, and northern Mexico. It is found near large bodies of open water with an abundant food supply and old-growth trees for nesting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe bald eagle is an opportunistic feeder which subsists mainly on fish, which it swoops down upon and snatches from the water with its talons. It builds the largest nest of any North American bird and the largest tree nests ever recorded for any animal species, up to 4 m (13 ft) deep, 2.5 m (8.2 ft) wide, and 1 metric ton (1.1 short tons) in weight. Maturity is attained at the age of four to five years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBald eagles are not actually bald; the name derives from an older meaning of the word, \"white headed\". The adult is mainly brown with a white head and tail. The sexes are identical in plumage, but females are about 25 percent larger than males. The yellow beak is large and hooked. The plumage of the immature is brown.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe bald eagle is the national bird of the United States of America and appears on its seal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuch a delightful ornithology bird lover collector's scene.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet in a decorative, attractive gilt frame.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe only select \u0026amp; sell paintings based upon subject, quality \u0026amp; significance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe provide friendly professional, exceptional customer service.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWith hanging thread on the back, ready for immediate home display.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition report. The painting front surface is in very good overall order, only having some minor foxing stains in places. The frame has general wear, minor chips, scuffs \u0026amp; scratches. The protective glass front cover has some stains \u0026amp; scratches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternational worldwide shipping is available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eViewings are welcome by appointment only, for customer support please send a message thank you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrowse our exciting other available Fine Arts, antiques |\u0026amp; collectibles in our gallery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions in centimetres of frame\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHigh (52 cm)\u003cbr\u003eLength depth thickness (2.5 cm)\u003cbr\u003eWide (91.5 cm)\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43873151779069,"sku":"k787","price":6500.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0201\/2227\/1808\/products\/large-painting-north-american-bald-eagles-gathering-fishing-by-justin-prigmore-426385.jpg?v=1687012091"},{"product_id":"oil-painting-2-terrier-dogs-on-the-scent-ratting-george-armfield-c1867","title":"Oil Painting 2 Terrier Dogs On The Scent Ratting George Armfield C1867","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eExperience the elegance of this one Victorian British Oil Painting, featuring two terriers on the scent ratting, painted by acclaimed artist George Armfield in 1867. This fine piece stands as a timeless artistic reflection of an age-old country ritual. Perfect to add sophistication and style to any home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSubject Hunting scene of 2 Terrier Dogs who are on the scent of a rat who is out of sight just past the basket on the floor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTitle \"Terriers Ratting\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSigned in the bottom left corner by the admired British United Kingdom listed artist George Armfield.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is a fine example of his work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA nice small size with the frame being 20 cm high and 22.5 cm wide.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCirca 19th century, dated 1867.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOil on board.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSet in a fine traditional gilt wood frame.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGeorge Armfield was a worldwide familiar established artist who was British from the United Kingdom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eGeorge Armfield had many order requests for him to paint his best friend's dogs \u0026amp; also equine horses during his life.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eHe was known to have exhibited many of his works of art in the Royal Academy. His artworks are shown in art galleries around the world.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe current highest price set for this artist at auction is 22,500 US.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eProvenance from a private collector.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHighly sought after due to the collectible nature of the subject and such elaborate detail. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe brushwork is of the highest exceptional quality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWith hanging thread on the back ready for immediate home display. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIncredible conversation piece for your guests. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe only select \u0026amp; sell paintings based upon subject, quality \u0026amp; significance. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe provide our clients with friendly professional customer service. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCondition report. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOffered in fine used condition. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHaving various foxing staining, scuffs, scratches,,,, craquelure, \u0026amp; some paint loss in places on the painted surface. With some noticeable scuffs, wear, cracking \u0026amp; some minor chips into the frame and over painting commensurate with usage \u0026amp; old age. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eInternational buyers worldwide shipping is available. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eViewings are welcome by appointment only for customer support. Please send a message thank you. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCheckout our other exciting Fines and antiques \u0026amp; collectibles listing are available in our shop gallery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions in centimetres of the frame\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHigh (20 cm)\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWide (22.5cm)\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDepth thickness of frame (2 cm)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43961096339709,"sku":"k10012","price":3250.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0201\/2227\/1808\/products\/oil-painting-2-terrier-dogs-on-the-scent-ratting-george-armfield-c1867-853760.jpg?v=1687012265"},{"product_id":"19th-century-oil-painting-gordon-setter-with-irish-red-white-hunt-dogs-by-colin-graeme-roe","title":"19th Century Oil Painting Gordon Setter with Irish Red \u0026 White Hunt Dogs By Colin Graeme Roe","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"160\"\u003e19th Century Masterpiece — Oil Painting\u003cbr data-start=\"39\" data-end=\"42\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"42\" data-end=\"117\"\u003eGordon Setter with Irish Red \u0026amp; White Gun Dogs in the Scottish Highlands \u003c\/strong\u003eBy Colin Graeme (British, fl. 1858–1910)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"162\" data-end=\"226\"\u003e─────────────────────────────────────────\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"228\" data-end=\"632\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"228\" data-end=\"248\"\u003eSubject \u0026amp; Medium\u003c\/strong\u003e 🎨🐾\u003cbr data-start=\"253\" data-end=\"256\"\u003eThis late-Victorian, c.1880 sporting portrait represents a refined example of gundog portraiture: a Gordon Setter and an Irish Red \u0026amp; White Setter shown half-length, in profile, poised in upland terrain and oriented toward the scent. The composition isolates the dogs’ heads and shoulders to convey the concentrated stillness and alertness characteristic of hunting practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"634\" data-end=\"952\"\u003eExecuted in oil on an original Winsor \u0026amp; Newton prepared board — a commercially produced, period-appropriate support favoured by professional British painters of the late 19th century — the work benefits from a stable, fine-grained ground suitable for detailed rendering and for transportation in commissioned practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"954\" data-end=\"1018\"\u003e─────────────────────────────────────────\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1020\" data-end=\"1478\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1020\" data-end=\"1047\"\u003eComposition \u0026amp; Technique\u003c\/strong\u003e 🖌️🎯\u003cbr data-start=\"1053\" data-end=\"1056\"\u003eGraeme employs a deliberately economical composition: the restricted view amplifies psychological presence and directs attention to expression and physiognomy. A warm mid-tone ground unifies the picture plane; translucent glazes build volume and depth; and disciplined, directional brushwork defines coat texture and feathering. Selective impasto accents the eyes, muzzle and lips, animating the subjects without excess.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1480\" data-end=\"1776\"\u003eThe Highland landscape is handled more broadly and atmospherically: rolling moorland and distant hills dissolve into cool greys and mauves to create spatial recession and to situate the sitters within authentic upland shooting country. Heather in the foreground reinforces topographical veracity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1778\" data-end=\"1842\"\u003e─────────────────────────────────────────\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1844\" data-end=\"2288\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1844\" data-end=\"1864\"\u003eAbout the Breeds\u003c\/strong\u003e 🐕🐕🦺\u003cbr data-start=\"1872\" data-end=\"1875\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1875\" data-end=\"1893\"\u003eGordon Setter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bred for strength, endurance and dependability in Scottish uplands; here rendered with accurate anatomy and tonal depth that convey the breed’s characteristic head carriage and dense black-and-tan coat.\u003cbr data-start=\"2096\" data-end=\"2099\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2099\" data-end=\"2128\"\u003eIrish Red \u0026amp; White Setter:\u003c\/strong\u003e A rarer, historically older setter variety, valued for stamina and nose in rough cover; its lighter coat provides chromatic balance and compositional rhythm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2290\" data-end=\"2443\"\u003eTogether the two breeds embody the Victorian ideal of the gundog as an essential, highly trained working partner rather than a merely decorative element.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2445\" data-end=\"2509\"\u003e─────────────────────────────────────────\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2511\" data-end=\"3069\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2511\" data-end=\"2531\"\u003eAbout the Artist\u003c\/strong\u003e 🎨\u003cbr data-start=\"2539\" data-end=\"2542\"\u003eColin Graeme specialised in sporting subjects and gundog portraiture. Born into a prominent artistic family and initially signing works as Colin Graeme Roe, he later abbreviated his name professionally. His practice combined anatomical precision with painterly refinement. Examples of his work appear in regional public collections (notably Sheffield and Dudley), and his market record includes notable auction results (including a reported sale above $14,000 USD at Christie’s London), indicating continued collector interest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3071\" data-end=\"3135\"\u003e─────────────────────────────────────────\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3137\" data-end=\"3337\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3137\" data-end=\"3147\"\u003eSigned\u003c\/strong\u003e ✍️\u003cbr data-start=\"3150\" data-end=\"3153\"\u003eSigned lower corner: \u003cem data-start=\"3174\" data-end=\"3188\"\u003eColin Graeme\u003c\/em\u003e. The verso bears a Winsor \u0026amp; Newton prepared-panel label consistent with late-19th-century manufacture, supporting the painting’s period attribution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3339\" data-end=\"3403\"\u003e─────────────────────────────────────────\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3405\" data-end=\"3927\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3405\" data-end=\"3432\"\u003eHistorical Significance\u003c\/strong\u003e 📜🏰\u003cbr data-start=\"3437\" data-end=\"3440\"\u003eThis painting belongs to the golden age of British sporting art, when field sports were integral to country-house identity. Gundog portraits functioned as documentary records of prized stock and as symbols of sporting status; they were typically displayed in gun rooms, libraries and shooting lodges. Paired setter portraits with Highland settings are particularly desirable for combining breed portraiture with landscape and for reinforcing the prestige associated with upland shooting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3929\" data-end=\"3993\"\u003e─────────────────────────────────────────\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3995\" data-end=\"4068\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3995\" data-end=\"4018\"\u003eDimensions (Framed)\u003c\/strong\u003e 📏\u003cbr data-start=\"4021\" data-end=\"4024\"\u003eHeight: 36 cm\u003cbr data-start=\"4037\" data-end=\"4040\"\u003eWidth: 31 cm\u003cbr data-start=\"4052\" data-end=\"4055\"\u003eDepth: 5 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4070\" data-end=\"4175\"\u003eAn intimate, cabinet scale that reads strongly at close range and integrates well into curated interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4177\" data-end=\"4241\"\u003e─────────────────────────────────────────\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4243\" data-end=\"4542\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4243\" data-end=\"4253\"\u003eFramed\u003c\/strong\u003e 🖼️\u003cbr data-start=\"4257\" data-end=\"4260\"\u003ePresented in a later gilt gesso decorative frame chosen to complement the painting’s Victorian character. The work is ready to hang (hanging cord attached verso). The frame enhances visual presence and may be sympathetically conserved or replaced to suit the purchaser’s preference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4544\" data-end=\"4608\"\u003e─────────────────────────────────────────\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4610\" data-end=\"5091\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4610\" data-end=\"4657\"\u003eCollecting Context — Hunting \u0026amp; Sporting Art\u003c\/strong\u003e 🏰🐾\u003cbr data-start=\"4662\" data-end=\"4665\"\u003eLate 19th–early 20th century sporting paintings were avidly collected by landed gentry, Masters of Hounds and shooting patrons. Prominent private collections and country houses — including those associated with families such as the Rothschilds and estates like Badminton — shaped taste and established benchmarks for gundog portraiture. High-quality, well-preserved cabinet-scale examples such as this are increasingly scarce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5093\" data-end=\"5157\"\u003e─────────────────────────────────────────\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5159\" data-end=\"5752\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5159\" data-end=\"5173\"\u003eProvenance\u003c\/strong\u003e 🗂️\u003cbr data-start=\"5177\" data-end=\"5180\"\u003eAcquired from Hartleys Auction (Yorkshire), Lot 427.\u003cbr data-start=\"5232\" data-end=\"5235\"\u003ePreviously in a private Yorkshire vendor collection — a region historically associated with sporting estates and hunting culture.\u003cbr data-start=\"5364\" data-end=\"5367\"\u003eCurated and catalogued by Cheshire Antiques Consultant Ltd.\u003cbr data-start=\"5426\" data-end=\"5429\"\u003eExhibited: \u003cem data-start=\"5440\" data-end=\"5495\"\u003eVictorian Sporting Art: Dogs, Field, and Country Life\u003c\/em\u003e, Famous Lord Hill Museum, January 2026.\u003cbr data-start=\"5535\" data-end=\"5538\"\u003ePublic market appearances recorded on LiveAuctioneers (listing and auction provenance). Archival documentation (auction catalogue page, museum catalogue entry) is being assembled to complete the documentary record.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5754\" data-end=\"5818\"\u003e─────────────────────────────────────────\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5820\" data-end=\"6296\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5820\" data-end=\"5840\"\u003eCondition Report\u003c\/strong\u003e 📋\u003cbr data-start=\"5843\" data-end=\"5846\"\u003eOffered in good, used condition consistent with age and original materials. The paint film is stable overall; there is minor surface foxing and small, localized paint losses visible on close inspection. No active flaking observed at time of examination. The panel support appears sound with no obvious modern structural intervention from surface inspection. Frame exhibits age-related wear including surface abrasion, craquelure and minor gesso loss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6298\" data-end=\"6362\"\u003e─────────────────────────────────────────\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6364\" data-end=\"6599\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"6364\" data-end=\"6394\"\u003eWhy You’ll Value This Work\u003c\/strong\u003e ⭐\u003cbr data-start=\"6396\" data-end=\"6399\"\u003e• Museum-quality subject in an elegant cabinet scale.\u003cbr data-start=\"6452\" data-end=\"6455\"\u003e• Rare paired-setter composition with authentic Highland landscape.\u003cbr data-start=\"6522\" data-end=\"6525\"\u003e• Strong provenance, exhibition history and established market visibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6601\" data-end=\"6665\"\u003e─────────────────────────────────────────\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6667\" data-end=\"6922\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"6667\" data-end=\"6697\"\u003eDisplay \u0026amp; Placement Advice\u003c\/strong\u003e 💡\u003cbr data-start=\"6700\" data-end=\"6703\"\u003eRecommended for a study, gun room, library or country-house interior, or as part of a curated sporting salon hang. 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His style gracefully merges \u003cstrong data-end=\"1814\" data-start=\"1784\"\u003eVictorian academic realism\u003c\/strong\u003e with touches of \u003cstrong data-end=\"1854\" data-start=\"1831\"\u003eromantic naturalism\u003c\/strong\u003e, resulting in a work that feels both technically masterful and emotionally resonant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1946\" data-start=\"1943\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1986\" data-start=\"1948\"\u003e✍️ \u003cstrong data-end=\"1984\" data-start=\"1955\"\u003eSigned \u0026amp; About the Artist\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2491\" data-start=\"1987\"\u003eSigned and dated \u003cstrong data-end=\"2012\" data-start=\"2004\"\u003e1897\u003c\/strong\u003e, this painting is the work of \u003cstrong data-end=\"2068\" data-start=\"2043\"\u003eGodfrey Douglas Giles\u003c\/strong\u003e, a celebrated equestrian and military painter. 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His artworks are held in major collections, including the \u003cstrong data-end=\"2400\" data-start=\"2382\"\u003eBritish Museum\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-end=\"2429\" data-start=\"2405\"\u003eNational Army Museum.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2496\" data-start=\"2493\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2524\" data-start=\"2498\"\u003e🖼 \u003cstrong data-end=\"2522\" data-start=\"2505\"\u003eFrame Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2624\" data-start=\"2525\"\u003ePresented in its \u003cstrong data-end=\"2572\" data-start=\"2542\"\u003eoriginal ornate gilt frame\u003c\/strong\u003e, adding authentic period charm and ready to hang.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2629\" data-start=\"2626\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2663\" data-start=\"2631\"\u003e📏 \u003cstrong data-end=\"2661\" data-start=\"2638\"\u003eDimensions (Framed)\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2734\" data-start=\"2664\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2681\" data-start=\"2664\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2681\" data-start=\"2666\"\u003eHeight: 33 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2700\" data-start=\"2682\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2700\" data-start=\"2684\"\u003eWidth: 40.5 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2734\" data-start=\"2701\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2734\" data-start=\"2703\"\u003eDepth (frame thickness): 2 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2739\" data-start=\"2736\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2764\" data-start=\"2741\"\u003e📜 \u003cstrong data-end=\"2762\" data-start=\"2748\"\u003eProvenance\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2920\" data-start=\"2765\"\u003eProvenance: \u003cstrong data-end=\"2803\" data-start=\"2777\"\u003eLechertier, Barbe \u0026amp; Co\u003c\/strong\u003e, a respected auction house, and curated by \u003cstrong data-end=\"2883\" data-start=\"2847\"\u003eCheshire Antiques Consultant LTD\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2925\" data-start=\"2922\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2958\" data-start=\"2927\"\u003e💖 \u003cstrong data-end=\"2956\" data-start=\"2934\"\u003eWhy You’ll Love It\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3295\" data-start=\"2959\"\u003e✅ Authentic \u003cstrong data-end=\"3007\" data-start=\"2971\"\u003eVictorian-era equestrian artwork\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"3010\" data-start=\"3007\"\u003e✅ Created by a \u003cstrong data-end=\"3068\" data-start=\"3025\"\u003erenowned, auction-proven British artist\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"3071\" data-start=\"3068\"\u003e✅ Beautifully detailed subject with rich atmosphere and charm\u003cbr data-end=\"3135\" data-start=\"3132\"\u003e✅ Elegant interplay of \u003cstrong data-end=\"3187\" data-start=\"3158\"\u003ecolor, light, and texture\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"3190\" data-start=\"3187\"\u003e✅ Ready to display — a \u003cstrong data-end=\"3237\" data-start=\"3213\"\u003estunning centerpiece\u003c\/strong\u003e for collectors, horse lovers, or period art enthusiasts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"3300\" data-start=\"3297\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"3324\" data-start=\"3302\"\u003e🔍 \u003cstrong data-end=\"3322\" data-start=\"3309\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"3549\" data-start=\"3325\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3348\" data-start=\"3325\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3348\" data-start=\"3327\"\u003eFine used condition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3408\" data-start=\"3349\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3408\" data-start=\"3351\"\u003eCraquelure visible across the surface (age-appropriate)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3466\" data-start=\"3409\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3466\" data-start=\"3411\"\u003eSome uneven varnish near edges; minor marks top right\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3491\" data-start=\"3467\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3491\" data-start=\"3469\"\u003eStable paint surface\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3549\" data-start=\"3492\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3549\" data-start=\"3494\"\u003eFrame shows minor scuffs and small age-related losses\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3552\" data-end=\"3555\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3557\" data-end=\"3669\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003e🌍 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3560\" data-end=\"3592\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003eWorldwide \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003eShipping \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003eAvailable\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3592\" data-end=\"3595\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003eProfessionally \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003epackaged \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003eand \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003efully \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003einsured \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003efor \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003esafe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003einternational \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003edelivery.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3496\" data-end=\"3560\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003e🖼️ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3361\" data-start=\"3294\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003eAvailable \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003eexclusively \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003ethrough \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003eCheshire \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003eAntiques \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003eConsultant \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003eLTD\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3496\" data-end=\"3560\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3361\" data-start=\"3294\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003e📩 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eInquire now to secure this unique piece\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44013326336253,"sku":"k10045","price":4000.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0201\/2227\/1808\/products\/oil-painting-victorian-equine-white-horse-in-stable-by-godfrey-douglas-giles-203280.jpg?v=1690042579"},{"product_id":"a-winter-gathering-robin-and-mixed-british-songbirds-british-ornithological-watercolour-in-the-tradition-of-archibald-thorburn","title":"A Winter Gathering: Robin and Mixed British Songbirds British Ornithological Watercolour — In the Tradition of Archibald Thorburn","description":"\u003ch2 data-end=\"166\" data-start=\"0\"\u003e🐦 \u003cstrong data-end=\"67\" data-start=\"3\"\u003eA Winter Gathering: Robin and Mixed British Songbirds (1973) \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"164\" data-start=\"70\"\u003eBritish Ornithological Watercolour by Robin Reckitt — In the Tradition of Archibald Thorburn\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"214\" data-start=\"168\"\u003e━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"373\" data-start=\"216\"\u003e🎨 \u003cstrong data-end=\"239\" data-start=\"219\"\u003eSubject \u0026amp; Medium\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"242\" data-start=\"239\"\u003eA superb original \u003cstrong data-end=\"298\" data-start=\"260\"\u003eBritish ornithological watercolour\u003c\/strong\u003e, painted in \u003cstrong data-end=\"319\" data-start=\"311\"\u003e1973\u003c\/strong\u003e by the respected wildlife artist \u003cstrong data-end=\"370\" data-start=\"353\"\u003eRobin Reckitt\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"727\" data-start=\"375\"\u003eThe scene captures a lively \u003cstrong data-end=\"439\" data-start=\"403\"\u003ewoodland-edge clearing in winter\u003c\/strong\u003e, animated by a rich gathering of \u003cstrong data-end=\"521\" data-start=\"473\"\u003emixed British songbirds and woodland species\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a \u003cstrong data-end=\"569\" data-start=\"530\"\u003eEuropean Robin (Erithacus rubecula)\u003c\/strong\u003e placed prominently as the central focal point. 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Among the woodland flock are several tit species—\u003cstrong data-end=\"2390\" data-start=\"2377\"\u003eGreat Tit\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-end=\"2404\" data-start=\"2392\"\u003eBlue Tit\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-end=\"2425\" data-start=\"2406\"\u003eLong-tailed Tit\u003c\/strong\u003e, and a smaller black-capped tit consistent with \u003cstrong data-end=\"2499\" data-start=\"2474\"\u003eCoal Tit or Marsh Tit\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2877\" data-start=\"2504\"\u003eTree and undergrowth details include a \u003cstrong data-end=\"2558\" data-start=\"2543\"\u003eTreecreeper\u003c\/strong\u003e, a \u003cstrong data-end=\"2584\" data-start=\"2562\"\u003eSpotted Flycatcher\u003c\/strong\u003e, and a small leaf-warbling species consistent with \u003cstrong data-end=\"2667\" data-start=\"2636\"\u003eChiffchaff \/ Willow Warbler\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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He has been associated with the \u003cstrong data-end=\"3793\" data-start=\"3773\"\u003eFosseway Artists\u003c\/strong\u003e and other regional art societies, and his work is held in numerous private collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4067\" data-start=\"3885\"\u003eHis paintings are admired for their \u003cstrong data-end=\"3979\" data-start=\"3921\"\u003eaccuracy, sensitivity to habitat, and quiet naturalism\u003c\/strong\u003e—qualities that are especially evident in this early and ambitious \u003cstrong data-end=\"4054\" data-start=\"4046\"\u003e1973\u003c\/strong\u003e composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4115\" data-start=\"4069\"\u003e━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4214\" data-start=\"4117\"\u003e✍️ \u003cstrong data-end=\"4130\" data-start=\"4120\"\u003eSigned\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"4133\" data-start=\"4130\"\u003eSigned \u003cstrong data-end=\"4159\" data-start=\"4140\"\u003e“Robin 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data-end=\"4514\" data-start=\"4474\"\u003e61 cm (H) × 50.5 cm (W) × 2.5 cm (D)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4562\" data-start=\"4516\"\u003e━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5141\" data-start=\"4564\"\u003e🏷️ \u003cstrong data-end=\"4582\" data-start=\"4568\"\u003eProvenance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"4585\" data-start=\"4582\"\u003eThis painting has a clear, layered, and well-documented modern provenance: \u003cstrong data-end=\"4683\" data-start=\"4660\"\u003eThe Loquens Gallery\u003c\/strong\u003e, The Minories, Rother Street, Stratford-upon-Avon (original gallery label verso); \u003cstrong data-end=\"4792\" data-start=\"4766\"\u003ePrivate Collection, UK\u003c\/strong\u003e; \u003cstrong data-end=\"4818\" data-start=\"4794\"\u003eKinghams Auctioneers\u003c\/strong\u003e, Moreton-in-Marsh, sold as \u003cstrong data-end=\"4857\" data-start=\"4846\"\u003eLot 326\u003c\/strong\u003e, Fine \u0026amp; Decorative Arts Sale, \u003cstrong data-end=\"4901\" data-start=\"4888\"\u003eJuly 2023\u003c\/strong\u003e, catalogued as \u003cem data-end=\"5022\" data-start=\"4917\"\u003eRobin Reckitt (British, b.1928), “Rubecula and other birds”, signed, titled and dated 1973, watercolour\u003c\/em\u003e; subsequently acquired and \u003cstrong data-end=\"5097\" data-start=\"5050\"\u003ecurated by Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD\u003c\/strong\u003e, specialists in fine and decorative arts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5237\" data-start=\"5143\"\u003eThis gives the work a \u003cstrong data-end=\"5236\" data-start=\"5165\"\u003esecure, traceable, and verifiable position in the art market record\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5285\" data-start=\"5239\"\u003e━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5789\" data-start=\"5287\"\u003e💖 \u003cstrong data-end=\"5312\" data-start=\"5290\"\u003eWhy You’ll Love It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"5315\" data-start=\"5312\"\u003e✅ A large, richly detailed multi-species British bird composition\u003cbr data-end=\"5383\" data-start=\"5380\"\u003e✅ Early dated work (\u003cstrong data-end=\"5411\" data-start=\"5403\"\u003e1973\u003c\/strong\u003e) by a recognised wildlife illustrator\u003cbr data-end=\"5452\" data-start=\"5449\"\u003e✅ Strongly in the \u003cstrong data-end=\"5505\" data-start=\"5470\"\u003etradition of Archibald Thorburn\u003c\/strong\u003e and the classic British ornithological school\u003cbr data-end=\"5554\" data-start=\"5551\"\u003e✅ Over \u003cstrong data-end=\"5573\" data-start=\"5561\"\u003e30 birds\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-end=\"5593\" data-start=\"5578\"\u003e20+ species\u003c\/strong\u003e in one beautifully balanced scene\u003cbr data-end=\"5630\" data-start=\"5627\"\u003e✅ From a \u003cstrong data-end=\"5661\" data-start=\"5639\"\u003eprivate collection\u003c\/strong\u003e and curated by \u003cstrong data-end=\"5713\" data-start=\"5677\"\u003eCheshire Antiques Consultant LTD\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"5716\" data-start=\"5713\"\u003e✅ Clear provenance including gallery label and published auction record\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5837\" data-start=\"5791\"\u003e━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"6095\" data-start=\"5839\"\u003e🔍 \u003cstrong data-end=\"5862\" data-start=\"5842\"\u003eCondition Report\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"5865\" data-start=\"5862\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"5878\" data-start=\"5865\"\u003ePainting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very good vintage condition, with fresh, unfaded colour and no visible damage, tears, or staining observed.\u003cbr data-end=\"5989\" data-start=\"5986\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"5999\" data-start=\"5989\"\u003eFrame:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original, showing light surface wear, minor scuffs and age-related marks consistent with age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"6275\" data-start=\"6097\"\u003ePlease note: \u003cstrong data-end=\"6191\" data-start=\"6110\"\u003ethe photographs form an integral part of the description and condition report\u003c\/strong\u003e, and should be consulted carefully as part of the overall assessment of this piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"cde53e37-bf08-4d06-961b-09bec3cdfbee\" dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-1-thinking\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[1px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group\/thread-bottom-container relative isolate z-10 w-full basis-auto has-data-has-thread-error:pt-2 has-data-has-thread-error:[box-shadow:var(--sharp-edge-bottom-shadow)] md:border-transparent md:pt-0 dark:border-white\/20 md:dark:border-transparent content-fade single-line flex flex-col\" id=\"thread-bottom-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-token-text-secondary relative mt-auto flex min-h-8 w-full items-center justify-center p-2 text-center text-xs md:px-[60px]\"\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"5339\" data-start=\"5336\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"3622\" data-start=\"3609\"\u003eShipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3732\" data-start=\"3623\"\u003eWorldwide Shipping Available — Professionally packaged and fully insured for secure international delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3864\" data-start=\"3734\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3862\" data-start=\"3734\"\u003eAvailable exclusively through Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD — Inquire now to secure this unique piece.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\u003chr data-start=\"5557\" data-end=\"5560\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"7541\" data-end=\"7783\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44051425558781,"sku":"k10062","price":5000.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0201\/2227\/1808\/products\/british-watercolour-ornithology-robin-other-large-flock-different-birds-562123.jpg?v=1692342636"},{"product_id":"australian-wildlife-watercolour-three-kookaburras-in-the-bush-by-signed-by-robin-hill-c1962","title":"Australian Wildlife Watercolour Three Kookaburras in the Bush by Signed By Robin Hill c1962","description":"\u003ch2 data-end=\"356\" data-start=\"246\"\u003e🐦 Rare Vintage Australian Wildlife Watercolour — “Three Kookaburras in the Bush” by Robin Hill (1962)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"361\" data-start=\"358\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"380\" data-start=\"363\"\u003e🖼 Subject \u0026amp; Medium \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"569\" data-start=\"381\"\u003eWe are thrilled to offer this \u003cstrong data-end=\"465\" data-start=\"411\"\u003erare, large-format Australian wildlife watercolour\u003c\/strong\u003e titled \u003cstrong data-end=\"508\" data-start=\"473\"\u003e“Three Kookaburras in the Bush”\u003c\/strong\u003e, signed and dated 1962 by acclaimed artist \u003cstrong data-end=\"566\" data-start=\"552\"\u003eRobin Hill\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"980\" data-start=\"571\"\u003eCapturing the essence of the Australian outback, this stunning piece features \u003cstrong data-end=\"675\" data-start=\"649\"\u003ethree wild kookaburras\u003c\/strong\u003e perched on twisting tree branches, beautifully rendered in watercolour and gouache. With its exquisite details, rich colours, and masterful brushwork, this mid-20th-century treasure is a standout addition for art collectors, bird enthusiasts, or anyone who appreciates the magic of Australian wildlife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"985\" data-start=\"982\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1026\" data-start=\"987\"\u003e🎨 Composition \u0026amp; Technique\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1132\" data-start=\"1027\"\u003eThis artwork showcases Robin Hill’s signature ability to blend lifelike precision with artistic beauty:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2077\" data-start=\"1134\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1412\" data-start=\"1134\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1412\" data-start=\"1136\"\u003e🌿 \u003cstrong data-end=\"1158\" data-start=\"1139\"\u003eColour Palette:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft earth tones like warm browns, creamy whites, muted greys, olive greens, and delicate dusty blues on eucalyptus leaves. The kookaburras themselves are painted in layered tones of chocolate, cinnamon, and ivory, creating lifelike texture and depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1669\" data-start=\"1413\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1669\" data-start=\"1415\"\u003e🖌️ \u003cstrong data-end=\"1433\" data-start=\"1419\"\u003eBrushwork:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hill uses delicate, layered watercolour washes to build softness in the feathers, contrasted by sharp, precise strokes for the eyes, beaks, and claws. The tree branches and leaves flow naturally, creating an organic, graceful rhythm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1925\" data-start=\"1670\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1925\" data-start=\"1672\"\u003e🌳 \u003cstrong data-end=\"1691\" data-start=\"1675\"\u003eComposition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thoughtfully arranged across the central branches, the three kookaburras guide the viewer’s eye across the canvas. A minimal, soft background places full focus on the birds, evoking a peaceful, sunlit moment in the Australian bush.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2077\" data-start=\"1926\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2077\" data-start=\"1928\"\u003e✨ \u003cstrong data-end=\"1945\" data-start=\"1930\"\u003eAtmosphere:\u003c\/strong\u003e The painting radiates an airy, luminous quality — you can almost hear the calls of the birds and feel the warm Australian breeze.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2082\" data-start=\"2079\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2117\" data-start=\"2084\"\u003e✍️ Signature \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2331\" data-start=\"2118\"\u003eThe piece is \u003cstrong data-end=\"2178\" data-start=\"2131\"\u003esigned “Robin Hill” and dated 62 (for 1962)\u003c\/strong\u003e in the lower corner, marking it as an early work from a significant period in Hill’s career when his wildlife art gained broad recognition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2336\" data-start=\"2333\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2360\" data-start=\"2338\"\u003e🖼 Frame Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2724\" data-start=\"2361\"\u003ePresented in a \u003cstrong data-end=\"2400\" data-start=\"2376\"\u003evintage wooden frame\u003c\/strong\u003e with a classic linen slip, the framing enhances the natural tones and refined style of the painting. While the frame shows expected \u003cstrong data-end=\"2592\" data-start=\"2533\"\u003eage-related wear, minor scuffs, stains, and small chips\u003c\/strong\u003e, it retains vintage charm and character. A hanging thread is attached at the back, making this piece ready for immediate display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2729\" data-start=\"2726\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2756\" data-start=\"2731\"\u003e🏡 About the Artist\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3573\" data-start=\"2757\"\u003e✨ \u003cstrong data-end=\"2793\" data-start=\"2759\"\u003eRobin Hill (b. 1932, Brisbane)\u003c\/strong\u003e is an internationally renowned Australian artist, naturalist, and writer known for his detailed bird and wildlife paintings.\u003cbr data-end=\"2921\" data-start=\"2918\"\u003e✨ Trained at the \u003cstrong data-end=\"2965\" data-start=\"2938\"\u003eWimbledon School of Art\u003c\/strong\u003e in England, the \u003cstrong data-end=\"3025\" data-start=\"2982\"\u003eNational Gallery of Victoria Art School\u003c\/strong\u003e, and the \u003cstrong data-end=\"3078\" data-start=\"3035\"\u003eRoyal Melbourne Institute of Technology\u003c\/strong\u003e, Hill gained national fame in the 1960s as host of \u003cstrong data-end=\"3160\" data-start=\"3130\"\u003eBush Quest with Robin Hill\u003c\/strong\u003e, a pioneering Australian wildlife TV series.\u003cbr data-end=\"3208\" data-start=\"3205\"\u003e✨ In the 1970s, Hill relocated to the United States, where his works were exhibited at prestigious venues such as the \u003cstrong data-end=\"3353\" data-start=\"3326\"\u003eCorcoran Gallery of Art\u003c\/strong\u003e in Washington, D.C., with shows cosponsored by the \u003cstrong data-end=\"3428\" data-start=\"3405\"\u003eWorld Wildlife Fund\u003c\/strong\u003e and the \u003cstrong data-end=\"3459\" data-start=\"3437\"\u003eAustralian Embassy\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"3578\" data-start=\"3575\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"3621\" data-start=\"3580\"\u003e📏 Dimensions Framed\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"3696\" data-start=\"3622\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3641\" data-start=\"3622\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3641\" data-start=\"3624\"\u003eHeight: 80.5 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3660\" data-start=\"3642\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3660\" data-start=\"3644\"\u003eWidth: 61.5 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3696\" data-start=\"3661\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3696\" data-start=\"3663\"\u003eDepth (frame thickness): 3.5 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3820\" data-start=\"3698\"\u003eThis large, eye-catching piece is perfect as a statement work for a living room, study, gallery wall, or art collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"3825\" data-start=\"3822\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"3854\" data-start=\"3827\"\u003e❤️ Why You’ll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4225\" data-start=\"3855\"\u003e✅ Rare, signed original by a renowned Australian wildlife artist\u003cbr data-end=\"3922\" data-start=\"3919\"\u003e✅ Exquisite depiction of three kookaburras, full of lifelike charm\u003cbr data-end=\"3991\" data-start=\"3988\"\u003e✅ Large, impactful size that draws attention and admiration\u003cbr data-end=\"4053\" data-start=\"4050\"\u003e✅ A meaningful addition for wildlife art lovers, bird enthusiasts, or collectors of Australian fine art\u003cbr data-end=\"4159\" data-start=\"4156\"\u003e✅ Ready to hang, adding instant beauty and history to your space\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"4230\" data-start=\"4227\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"4251\" data-start=\"4232\"\u003e🕵️ Condition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"4448\" data-start=\"4252\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4289\" data-start=\"4252\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4289\" data-start=\"4254\"\u003eArtwork surface in fine condition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4360\" data-start=\"4290\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4360\" data-start=\"4292\"\u003eFoxing (light spotting) present in some areas, consistent with age\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4448\" data-start=\"4361\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4448\" data-start=\"4363\"\u003eFrame shows wear, minor scuffs, and small chips, adding to its vintage authenticity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"4733\" data-start=\"4730\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3557\" data-end=\"3669\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003e🌍 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3560\" data-end=\"3592\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003eWorldwide \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003eShipping \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003eAvailable\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3592\" data-end=\"3595\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003eProfessionally \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003epackaged \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003eand \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003efully 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class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003eLTD\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3496\" data-end=\"3560\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3361\" data-start=\"3294\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003e📩 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eInquire now to secure this unique piece\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44081033969917,"sku":"","price":8000.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0201\/2227\/1808\/products\/watercolour-group-3-kookaburras-birds-perched-in-bush-outback-signed-robin-hill-271307.jpg?v=1694600618"},{"product_id":"victorian-oil-painting-stag-in-scottish-highlands-wading-lock-lomond-follower-clarence-henry-roe","title":"Victorian Oil Painting Stag In Scottish Highlands Wading Lock Lomond Follower Clarence Henry Roe","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBring a touch of the Highlands to your home with this gorgeous Victorian oil painting of a wild stag wading in the misty waters of Lock Lomond. Perfect for giving your space a dose of classic beauty and a feeling of timelessness. Follower of Clarence Henry Roe.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTitle \"Stag Wading Along Shallow Waters In Lock Lomond Highlands\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSubject wildlife animal portrait of an impressive Stag male deer animal in side profile facing left roaming wading along the shallow water shoreline edges of lock Lomond in the Scottish highlands. Over to the right are a flock of ducks in tall reeds with some taking flight. With beautiful background views of the Highland mountains. Above with dark storm cloud sky on the right side on the other flank lighter brighter sky.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFollower Of Clarence Henry Roe. \u003cspan\u003eClarence Henry Roe was the eldest son of the known artist Robert Henry Roe, he also became a known Victorian artist. He was born in the midlands during the mid 19th century, he spent time living in London \u0026amp; also in Scotland.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eInitial signed by Scottish School artist L Clarke. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCirca Victorian era late 19th century dated 1880.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNice size with the frame being 70.5 cm wide and 49 cm high.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOil on board\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSet in original gilt decorative frame.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eProvenance label verso.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSuch a delightful scene to the eye. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHighly sought after due to the collectible nature of the animal matter such elaborate detail. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWith hanging thread on the back ready for immediate home display. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIncredible conversation piece for your guests. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe only select \u0026amp; sell paintings based upon subject, quality \u0026amp; significance. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe provide our clients with friendly professional customer service. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCondition report. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOffered in fine used condition. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe front painting surface is in reasonable order, touch ups, minor paint loss in places, various foxing staining, craquelure to the painting surface, the frame having various general wear, scuffs, cracking, scratches, losses and over painting commensurate with usage \u0026amp; old age. It would benefit with being reframed and cleaned.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eInternational buyers worldwide shipping is available.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eViewings are welcome by appointment only for customer support please send a message thank you. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCheckout our exciting other Fine Arts, antiques \u0026amp; collectibles available in our shop gallery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions in centimetres of the frame\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHigh (49.5cm)\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWide (70.5 cm)\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDepth thickness of frame (4 cm)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44094467440893,"sku":"k10089","price":3200.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0201\/2227\/1808\/products\/victorian-oil-painting-wild-stag-male-deer-scottish-highlands-wading-loch-lomond-100194.jpg?v=1695487675"},{"product_id":"oil-painting-highlands-winter-stag-monarch-of-the-glen-follower-of-clarence-henry-roe","title":"Oil Painting Highlands Winter Stag Monarch Of The Glen Follower Of Clarence Henry Roe","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"card card-bordered has-mb-16 md-mb-20 lg-mb-30\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"card-block\"\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eExperience the grandeur of Scotland's most majestic landscape in this exquisite 19th-century oil painting. The \"Winter Monarch of the Glen\" stage is exquisitely painted against a starlit sky and Loch Fyne setting, capturing the beauty of the rugged Scottish landscape in a timeless, unique work of art. The artist follower Of Clarence Henry Roe. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\"\u003eFollower of Clarence Henry Roe. \u003cspan\u003eClarence Henry Roe was the eldest son of the known artist Robert Henry Roe, he also became a known Victorian artist. He was born in the midlands during the mid 19th century, he spent time living in London \u0026amp; also in Scotland.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTitle \" Stag Under Starlit Sky\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBring the beauty and grandeur of Scotland's Highlands into your home with this 19th century oil painting of an iconic stag standing proudly against a starry sky. Capturing the majestic Highlands of Loch Fyne in all their glory, your purchase will be a timeless addition to any wall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSubject wildlife animal portrait of an impressive Stag male deer animal in winter snow side profile facing right roaming along the shoreline edge of Loch Fyne in the Scottish highlands. Above with dark star light night with beautiful background views of the Highland mountains. The stag is just crossing a fallen tree with snow covered landscape all around. In the distance another stag can be seen swimming in the Loch, with his head \u0026amp; antlers visible above the water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSigned by Scottish School artist L Clarke.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCirca Victorian era late 19th century dated 1880.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNice size with the frame being 69.5 cm wide and 49.5 cm high.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLoch Fyne (Scottish Gaelic: Loch Fìne, pronounced [l̪ˠɔx ˈfiːnə]; meaning \"Loch of the Vine\/Wine\"), is a sea loch off the Firth of Clyde and forms part of the coast of the Cowal peninsula. Located on the west coast of Argyll and Bute, Scotland. It extends 65 kilometres (40 mi) inland from the Sound of Bute, making it the longest of the sea lochs in Scotland.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt is connected to the Sound of Jura by the Crinan Canal. Although there is no evidence that grapes have grown there, the title is probably honorific, indicating that the river, Abhainn Fìne (river Fyne), was a well-respected river.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn the north the terrain is mountainous, with the Arrochar Alps, Beinn Bhuidhe, Glen Shira, Glen Fyne, Glen Croe, Arrochar, Tyndrum and Loch Lomond nearby. It is overlooked by the Tinkers' Heart, an old travellers' monument. It was a place for weddings to traditionally take place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOil on board\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSet in original gilt decorative frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eProvenance label verso.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSuch a delightful scene to the eye. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHighly sought after due to the collectible nature of the animal matter such elaborate detail. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWith hanging thread on the back ready for immediate home display. Incredible conversation piece for your guests. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe only select \u0026amp; sell paintings based upon subject, quality \u0026amp; significance. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe provide our clients with friendly professional customer service. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCondition report. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOffered in fine used condition.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe front painting surface is in reasonable order, minor paint loss in places, various foxing staining, craquelure to the painting surface, the frame having various general wear, scuffs, cracking, scratches, losses and over painting commensurate with usage \u0026amp; old age. It would benefit with being reframed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eInternational buyers worldwide shipping is available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCheckout our exciting other Fine Arts, antiques \u0026amp; collectibles available in our shop gallery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"simple-format-listing-short-delivery-text\"\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eDimensions in centimetres of the frame\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHigh (49.5cm)\u003cbr\u003eWide (69.5 cm)\u003cbr\u003eDepth thickness of frame (3 cm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"card card-bordered has-mb-12 md-mb-16\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" id=\"section-heading-2\" class=\"card-header\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44213963587837,"sku":"k1115","price":3200.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0201\/2227\/1808\/products\/19th-century-oil-painting-winter-monarch-of-the-glen-stag-in-starlit-sky-highlands-254288.jpg?v=1698744142"},{"product_id":"scottish-19th-century-oil-painting-loch-shiel-highland-cattle-by-david-cameron","title":"Scottish 19th Century Oil Painting Loch Shiel Highland Cattle By Douglas Cameron","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis stunning 19th Century oil painting, by renowned artist Douglas Cameron, captures the pastoral beauty of Scotland. The Loch Shiel Highland Cattle are expertly rendered in vibrant hues and the scenery of the highlands is depicted in exquisite detail. A true masterpiece to be treasured for years to come!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTitle “Highland Cattle Drinking By Loch Side”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSubject animal pastoral landscape view of the known Scottish scenic honeypot view of Los Thiel, with longhorn cattle grazing and drinking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSigned lower left on the canvas front  by the well-known Scottish artist Douglas Cameron.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eImpressive size with the frame being 90 cm wide and 65 cm high.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYour focus is drawn to the fascinating hills \u0026amp; mountains in the background, with the tallest peak, which has thick mist that is traveling around the upper valley, which adds great intrigued \u0026amp; mystery to this amazing scene, having such impressive perspective and exceptional  detail. Lower down on the Los shoreline are longhorn Highland cattle who are mainly grazing with 2 drinking in the Los. Light shimmers along the calm' waters surface. Rolling hills with lush vegetation and heather can be seen on the ground in places. Above, with a mainly overcast cloudy sky with spots of blue shining through. A stream is trickling down the side of the upper valley into the loch. The different hues are so vivid.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOil on canvas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eArtist biography Douglas Cameron is a well-known 19th century to early 20th century Scottish artist who flourished between the years 1880 to 1910. He loved painting around Scotland showcasing the beautiful scenic lote country views of animals, particularly cattle in the highlands. His use of hues to show off natural light in his works. Douglas Cameron artworks have been exhibited \u0026amp; sold at auctions around the world, with sold prices fetching up to $9,082 US dollars, of which the highest price was for Highland cattle grazing beside a lote at Christie’s.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eProvenance Britannia Gallery \u0026amp; auction label attached, with a stamp for Reeves \u0026amp; Sons London \u0026amp; now in the collection of Cheshire Antiques Consultant.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eProvenance label verso.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLos Thiel (Scottish Gaelic: Los Seiler) is a freshwater lote situated 20 kilometers (12 mi) west of Fort William in the Highland council area of Scotland. At 28 kilometers (17+1⁄2 mi) long[1], it is the 4th longest lote in Scotland, and is the longest to have retained a natural outflow without any regulation of its water level, being 120 m (393 ft) deep. Its nature changes considerably along its length, being deep and enclosed by mountains in the north-east and shallow, surrounded by bog and rough pasture in the south-west, from which end the 4 km River Thiel drains to the sea in Loch Moidart near Castle Tioram. The surrounding highlands are picturesque but relatively rarely climbed as none quite reaches the 3,000 ft (910 m) required for Munro status. A number of the hills are classified as Corbett, including Benin Resinol, Sgùrr Intrachain and Shorr Crabro a' Intrachain on the southern side of the lote; and Benin Adhara HBeAg on the northern side. The area is well wooded compared to the many Highland areas that have suffered from overgrazing. The view of the lote looking south from the Finagle monument, showing wooded hillsides with bare summits rising steeply from a fjord-like lote, has become one of the most famous images of the Scottish Highlands. Several major films have used the lote for location shooting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLos Thiel is less than 10 meters above sea level, and was formed at the end of the last ice age when glacial deposits blocked what was formerly a sea loch An exceptional fine example of his work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSet in a late gilt frame.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCirca late 19th century Victorian era.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSuch a delightful historical scene to the eye. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHighly sought after due to the collectible nature of the honeypot scenic landscape subject matter, such elaborate detail. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWith hanging thread on the back ready for immediate home wall display. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIncredible conversation piece for your guests. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe only select \u0026amp; sell paintings based upon subject, quality \u0026amp; significance. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe provide our clients with friendly professional customer service. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCondition report. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOffered in fine used condition. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFront painting surface is in good overall order. Having foxing staining, craquement in areas. The frame, which has general wear, scuffs, chips, stains, some losses in areas commensurate with usage \u0026amp; age. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eInternational buyers worldwide shipping is available.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eViewings are welcome by appointment only for customer support. Please send a message thank you. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCheckout our exciting other available Fine Arts, antiques \u0026amp; collectibles in our shop gallery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions in centimetres\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHigh (65 cm)\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWide (90 cm)\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDepth thickness of frame (4.5 cm)\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44234750755069,"sku":"k1120","price":5000.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0201\/2227\/1808\/products\/scottish-19th-century-oil-painting-loch-shiel-highland-cattle-by-david-cameron-219177.jpg?v=1699257727"},{"product_id":"british-victorian-painting-partridge-game-bird-signed-frank-paton","title":"British 19th Century Sporting Game Bird Painting Partridge Signed Frank Paton","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"132\" data-start=\"0\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"41\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eFrank Paton – “Partridge, A Study” 🪶\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"44\" data-start=\"41\"\u003e19th Century Victorian Sporting Game Bird Watercolour Painting, ex-Leggatt Brothers \u0026amp; Museum Collection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"137\" data-start=\"134\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"164\" data-start=\"139\"\u003eSubject \u0026amp; Medium 🎨\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"497\" data-start=\"165\"\u003eA late 19th-century British \u003cstrong data-end=\"217\" data-start=\"193\"\u003eornithological study\u003c\/strong\u003e of a grey partridge, shown in profile and painted in \u003cstrong data-end=\"317\" data-start=\"271\"\u003ewatercolour heightened with white on paper\u003c\/strong\u003e. Dating from the Victorian period, the bird is depicted life-size and stretched elegantly across the sheet – a refined blend of country-house charm and serious collector interest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"502\" data-start=\"499\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"537\" data-start=\"504\"\u003eComposition \u0026amp; Technique 🖌️\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"817\" data-start=\"538\"\u003ePaton sets the partridge against a soft, neutral ground so the bird dominates the image. Over delicate washes of warm browns and greys he builds the plumage with countless fine strokes and curved marks, then accents feather, beak and eye with crisp touches of white bodycolour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1053\" data-start=\"819\"\u003eViewed closely, the surface is alive with intricate mark-making; from a normal viewing distance it resolves into a convincingly natural, three-dimensional bird – exactly the kind of quiet technical skill that rewards repeated viewing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1058\" data-start=\"1055\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1083\" data-start=\"1060\"\u003eAbout the Bird 🐦\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1422\" data-start=\"1084\"\u003eThe subject is the \u003cstrong data-end=\"1131\" data-start=\"1103\"\u003egrey (English) partridge\u003c\/strong\u003e, a classic British game bird long associated with traditional country estates and driven shooting. Once a familiar sight across farmland, its numbers have declined sharply, making Victorian images such as this a particularly evocative record of a rural world that has largely disappeared.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1575\" data-start=\"1424\"\u003eFor lovers of the countryside, field sports and natural history, this painting instantly conjures autumn fields, hedgerows and old sporting traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1580\" data-start=\"1577\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1610\" data-start=\"1582\"\u003eAbout the Artist 👨🎨\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1815\" data-start=\"1611\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1638\" data-start=\"1611\"\u003eFrank Paton (1855–1909)\u003c\/strong\u003e was one of the leading British animal painters and etchers of the Victorian and Edwardian periods, admired for his dogs, horses, game birds and humorous Christmas prints. He:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2019\" data-start=\"1817\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1865\" data-start=\"1817\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1865\" data-start=\"1819\"\u003eExhibited regularly at the \u003cstrong data-end=\"1863\" data-start=\"1846\"\u003eRoyal Academy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1952\" data-start=\"1866\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1952\" data-start=\"1868\"\u003eEnjoyed a long publishing partnership with London dealer \u003cstrong data-end=\"1950\" data-start=\"1925\"\u003eEdward Ernest Leggatt\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2019\" data-start=\"1953\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2019\" data-start=\"1955\"\u003eAttracted distinguished admirers, including \u003cstrong data-end=\"2017\" data-start=\"1999\"\u003eQueen Victoria\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2248\" data-start=\"2021\"\u003eHis work remains highly sought after today, with strong auction results for his better animal and sporting subjects. This focused partridge study is a textbook example of the quality that keeps Paton in demand among collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2253\" data-start=\"2250\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2270\" data-start=\"2255\"\u003eSigned ✒️\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2430\" data-start=\"2271\"\u003eThe watercolour is clearly \u003cstrong data-end=\"2322\" data-start=\"2298\"\u003esigned “Frank Paton”\u003c\/strong\u003e on the right-hand side, confirming authorship and providing added reassurance for collectors and investors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2435\" data-start=\"2432\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2469\" data-start=\"2437\"\u003eHistorical Significance 📜\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2542\" data-start=\"2470\"\u003eThis is quintessential \u003cstrong data-end=\"2539\" data-start=\"2493\"\u003eVictorian sporting and natural-history art\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2722\" data-start=\"2544\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2576\" data-start=\"2544\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2576\" data-start=\"2546\"\u003eA favoured British game bird\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2622\" data-start=\"2577\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2622\" data-start=\"2579\"\u003ePainted by a recognised animal specialist\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2670\" data-start=\"2623\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2670\" data-start=\"2625\"\u003eSupplied through a major London printseller\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2722\" data-start=\"2671\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2722\" data-start=\"2673\"\u003eLater preserved in an English museum collection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2896\" data-start=\"2724\"\u003eIt speaks to the heritage of British field sports, the Victorian fascination with detailed observation of nature, and the enduring appeal of finely painted animal subjects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2901\" data-start=\"2898\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2930\" data-start=\"2903\"\u003eDimensions Framed 🖼️\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3033\" data-start=\"2931\"\u003ePresented in its \u003cstrong data-end=\"2983\" data-start=\"2948\"\u003eoriginal traditional gilt frame\u003c\/strong\u003e with glass and original backboard, ready to hang:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"3245\" data-start=\"3035\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3091\" data-start=\"3035\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3091\" data-start=\"3037\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3053\" data-start=\"3037\"\u003eFramed size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 47 cm high x 35 cm wide x 5 cm deep\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3165\" data-start=\"3092\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3165\" data-start=\"3094\"\u003eWarm, softly aged gilding that flatters the natural tones of the bird\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3245\" data-start=\"3166\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3245\" data-start=\"3168\"\u003eFitted with hanging thread\/wire to the reverse for \u003cstrong data-end=\"3243\" data-start=\"3219\"\u003einstant wall display\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3331\" data-start=\"3247\"\u003eThe frame has a lovely country-house character and sets the picture off beautifully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"3336\" data-start=\"3333\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"3357\" data-start=\"3338\"\u003eProvenance 🧾\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3780\" data-start=\"3359\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3385\" data-start=\"3359\"\u003eDocumented provenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"3388\" data-start=\"3385\"\u003eLeggatt Brothers, London (dealer’s label verso); thereafter in a private UK collection; subsequently sold at \u003cstrong data-end=\"3510\" data-start=\"3497\"\u003eDreweatts\u003c\/strong\u003e as \u003cem data-end=\"3536\" data-start=\"3514\"\u003e“Partridge, A Study”\u003c\/em\u003e by Frank Paton, watercolour heightened with white, provenance recorded as Leggatt Brothers; later in the collection of the \u003cstrong data-end=\"3699\" data-start=\"3660\"\u003eFamous Lord Hill Museum, Shropshire\u003c\/strong\u003e (museum label verso); more recently with \u003cstrong data-end=\"3777\" data-start=\"3741\"\u003eCheshire Antiques Consultant LTD\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4159\" data-start=\"3782\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3819\" data-start=\"3782\"\u003eLikely early history (by repute):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"3822\" data-start=\"3819\"\u003eAlmost certainly acquired new from \u003cstrong data-end=\"3877\" data-start=\"3857\"\u003eLeggatt Brothers\u003c\/strong\u003e by a late-Victorian sporting or country-house collector and retained in the family for generations, probably in or around London, before entering the auction and museum circuit. The original frame, subject matter and labels all support this quiet, well-kept family ownership story.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"4164\" data-start=\"4161\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"4193\" data-start=\"4166\"\u003eWhy You’ll Love It ❤️\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4604\" data-start=\"4195\"\u003e✅ A \u003cstrong data-end=\"4242\" data-start=\"4199\"\u003ebeautifully painted, very British image\u003c\/strong\u003e with instant atmosphere\u003cbr data-end=\"4269\" data-start=\"4266\"\u003e✅ Strong \u003cstrong data-end=\"4300\" data-start=\"4278\"\u003ecountry-house feel\u003c\/strong\u003e – ideal for a study, library, hallway or office\u003cbr data-end=\"4351\" data-start=\"4348\"\u003e✅ Excellent \u003cstrong data-end=\"4377\" data-start=\"4363\"\u003eprovenance\u003c\/strong\u003e with dealer, auction and connections\u003cbr data-end=\"4424\" data-start=\"4421\"\u003e✅ Perfect for lovers of \u003cstrong data-end=\"4511\" data-start=\"4448\"\u003esporting art, natural history and Victorian animal painting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"4514\" data-start=\"4511\"\u003e✅ A genuine \u003cstrong data-end=\"4548\" data-start=\"4526\"\u003econversation piece\u003c\/strong\u003e that brings warmth, history and character to any wall\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4783\" data-start=\"4606\"\u003eThis is a serious collector’s piece that still feels intimate and homely – exactly the sort of picture one expects to find in a good gun room, library or country-house corridor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"4788\" data-start=\"4785\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"4808\" data-start=\"4790\"\u003eCondition 🧾\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5167\" data-start=\"4809\"\u003eOffered in \u003cstrong data-end=\"4843\" data-start=\"4820\"\u003efine used condition\u003c\/strong\u003e. The front painting surface is in acceptable overall order, with some craquelure and scattered foxing in places, together with a small round mark to the right of the bird’s beak. 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T. Nettleship — Rough Collie in Landscape, 1898 (Oil on Canvas)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"147\" data-start=\"107\"\u003e━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"165\" data-start=\"148\"\u003e🌟 Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"590\" data-start=\"166\"\u003eOffered here is a characterful late-Victorian oil portrait of a \u003cstrong data-end=\"257\" data-start=\"230\"\u003eRough (Scottish) Collie\u003c\/strong\u003e, painted and signed in \u003cstrong data-end=\"289\" data-start=\"281\"\u003e1898\u003c\/strong\u003e by the noted British animal painter \u003cstrong data-end=\"365\" data-start=\"326\"\u003eJohn Trivett Nettleship (1841–1902)\u003c\/strong\u003e. The collie stands proudly in \u003cstrong data-end=\"412\" data-start=\"396\"\u003eleft profile\u003c\/strong\u003e within an open landscape, combining the dignity of formal portraiture with a wonderfully lifelike sense of presence and personality 🐾\u003cbr data-end=\"550\" data-start=\"547\"\u003e━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"617\" data-start=\"592\"\u003e🐕 Subject \u0026amp; Medium\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"894\" data-start=\"618\"\u003eA beautifully observed sable-and-white collie with the breed’s refined head, intelligent eye, and alert “tipped” ears—captured as both a fine pedigree animal and a cherished companion ❤️\u003cbr data-end=\"807\" data-start=\"804\"\u003e🎨 \u003cstrong data-end=\"821\" data-start=\"810\"\u003eMedium:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditional \u003cstrong data-end=\"851\" data-start=\"834\"\u003eoil on canvas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"854\" data-start=\"851\"\u003e━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"928\" data-start=\"896\"\u003e🎨 Composition \u0026amp; Technique\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1445\" data-start=\"929\"\u003eNettleship places the collie strongly in the foreground, slightly off-centre, with the landscape receding behind—giving the sitter real “portrait” authority 🏆\u003cbr data-end=\"1091\" data-start=\"1088\"\u003e✨ The head and ruff are handled with particular care, with animated brushwork through the mane and softer modelling along the body and legs.\u003cbr data-end=\"1234\" data-start=\"1231\"\u003e🌿 Warm sable browns and golden tones are balanced by crisp whites at the chest and collar, set against a subdued landscape palette so nothing competes with the sitter.\u003cbr data-end=\"1405\" data-start=\"1402\"\u003e━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1470\" data-start=\"1447\"\u003e✍️ Signed \u0026amp; Dated\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1578\" data-start=\"1471\"\u003eSigned and dated lower corner:\u003cbr data-end=\"1504\" data-start=\"1501\"\u003e🖊️ \u003cstrong data-end=\"1535\" data-start=\"1508\"\u003e“J. T. Nettleship 1898”\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1538\" data-start=\"1535\"\u003e━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1608\" data-start=\"1580\"\u003e👨🎨 About the Artist\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1973\" data-start=\"1609\"\u003eJohn Trivett Nettleship was a respected Victorian animal painter, celebrated especially for dramatic wild-animal subjects 🦁🐅. Because of this, \u003cstrong data-end=\"1822\" data-start=\"1754\"\u003efinished portraits of domesticated dogs are comparatively scarce\u003c\/strong\u003e in his oeuvre—making this signed and dated collie an appealing and more intimate example for collectors 🏛️\u003cbr data-end=\"1933\" data-start=\"1930\"\u003e━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2004\" data-start=\"1975\"\u003e🕰️ Historical Interest\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2246\" data-start=\"2005\"\u003eThis portrait sits firmly within the Victorian passion for pedigree dogs and commissioned animal portraits 🐕🦺🏅, capturing the collie at a key moment in the breed’s late-19th-century development.\u003cbr data-end=\"2206\" data-start=\"2203\"\u003e━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2276\" data-start=\"2248\"\u003e📏 Dimensions (framed)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2530\" data-start=\"2277\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2301\" data-start=\"2277\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2301\" data-start=\"2279\"\u003e📐 \u003cstrong data-end=\"2293\" data-start=\"2282\"\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 66 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2325\" data-start=\"2302\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2325\" data-start=\"2304\"\u003e📐 \u003cstrong data-end=\"2317\" data-start=\"2307\"\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 81 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2530\" data-start=\"2326\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2530\" data-start=\"2328\"\u003e📐 \u003cstrong data-end=\"2341\" data-start=\"2331\"\u003eDepth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 cm\u003cbr data-end=\"2349\" data-start=\"2346\"\u003eA strong, pleasing interior size—ideal above a fireplace, console, or sofa, and equally suited to a study, library, or office reception 🏡\u003cbr data-end=\"2490\" data-start=\"2487\"\u003e━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2546\" data-start=\"2532\"\u003e🪞 Frame\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2789\" data-start=\"2547\"\u003ePresented in a \u003cstrong data-end=\"2611\" data-start=\"2562\"\u003erecently fitted gilt moulded decorative frame\u003c\/strong\u003e (Larson-Juhl style), chosen to complement the warm coat tones and soft landscape palette ✨\u003cbr data-end=\"2705\" data-start=\"2702\"\u003e🔩 Hanging thread verso—ready to display.\u003cbr data-end=\"2749\" data-start=\"2746\"\u003e━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2810\" data-start=\"2791\"\u003e📜 Provenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2906\" data-start=\"2811\"\u003eThis painting enjoys unusually strong modern provenance for a late-19th-century dog portrait:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"3540\" data-start=\"2907\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2970\" data-start=\"2907\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2970\" data-start=\"2909\"\u003e🖌️ Painted and signed by \u003cstrong data-end=\"2962\" data-start=\"2935\"\u003eJohn Trivett Nettleship\u003c\/strong\u003e, 1898\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2996\" data-start=\"2971\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2996\" data-start=\"2973\"\u003e🏠 Private Collection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3066\" data-start=\"2997\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3066\" data-start=\"2999\"\u003e🔨 \u003cstrong data-end=\"3024\" data-start=\"3002\"\u003eChristie’s, London\u003c\/strong\u003e, 12 November 1971, lot 191 (Anon. sale)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3124\" data-start=\"3067\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3124\" data-start=\"3069\"\u003e🇩🇪 Private Collection, Germany (later 20th century)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3217\" data-start=\"3125\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3217\" data-start=\"3127\"\u003e🏛️ \u003cstrong data-end=\"3164\" data-start=\"3131\"\u003eAuktionshaus Eppli, Stuttgart\u003c\/strong\u003e, 25 March 2023 (as \u003cem data-end=\"3214\" data-start=\"3184\"\u003eCollie in front of landscape\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3316\" data-start=\"3218\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3316\" data-start=\"3220\"\u003e🇬🇧 \u003cstrong data-end=\"3246\" data-start=\"3225\"\u003eRoseberys, London\u003c\/strong\u003e, 22 November 2023 (as \u003cem data-end=\"3313\" data-start=\"3269\"\u003ePortrait of a Border Collie in a landscape\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3417\" data-start=\"3317\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3417\" data-start=\"3319\"\u003e🌐 Subsequent online auction, 5 April 2024 (as \u003cem data-end=\"3414\" data-start=\"3366\"\u003ePortrait of a Scottish Rough Border Collie Dog\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3540\" data-start=\"3418\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3540\" data-start=\"3420\"\u003e🏷️ \u003cstrong data-end=\"3476\" data-start=\"3424\"\u003eCheshire Antiques Consultant LTD, United 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There are \u003cstrong data-end=\"3664\" data-start=\"3647\"\u003efoxing stains\u003c\/strong\u003e and areas of \u003cstrong data-end=\"3704\" data-start=\"3678\"\u003eage-related craquelure\u003c\/strong\u003e, with some \u003cstrong data-end=\"3744\" data-start=\"3716\"\u003ehistoric paint touch-ups\u003c\/strong\u003e to parts of the background—entirely consistent with a genuine Victorian oil of this age 🕰️\u003cbr data-end=\"3839\" data-start=\"3836\"\u003e🖼️ Set in a new, recently fitted gilt frame. 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Thick Highland mist rolls across the landscape, gradually giving way to the towering, snow-capped peaks in the distance, all set beneath a sky where soft grey clouds intermingle with glowing patches of blue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"903\" data-end=\"1051\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"905\" data-end=\"1051\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"905\" data-end=\"916\"\u003eMedium:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"917\" data-end=\"934\"\u003eOil on canvas\u003c\/strong\u003e — a classic and enduring medium, known for its rich pigments, layered textures, and long-lasting artistic quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1053\" data-end=\"1056\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1058\" data-end=\"1094\"\u003e🎨 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1065\" data-end=\"1092\"\u003eComposition \u0026amp; Technique\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1095\" data-end=\"1649\"\u003eWendy Reeves’ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1109\" data-end=\"1125\"\u003efine realism\u003c\/strong\u003e style beautifully balances precision and atmosphere. She uses a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1190\" data-end=\"1212\"\u003eharmonious palette\u003c\/strong\u003e of earthy ochres, mossy greens, slate blues, creamy whites, and subtle greys to evoke the moody yet peaceful Highland setting. The \u003cstrong data-start=\"1344\" data-end=\"1371\"\u003eforeground brushstrokes\u003c\/strong\u003e are carefully layered, giving crisp texture to the sheep’s wool, the rippling grasses, and the rocky river edge. In contrast, the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1502\" data-end=\"1524\"\u003ebackground strokes\u003c\/strong\u003e are looser and more fluid, softening the clouds, mist, and distant mountains, which creates a sense of depth and distance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1651\" data-end=\"2091\"\u003eThe composition leads the viewer’s eye on a journey: from the intimate details of the grazing sheep, across the mist-covered moors, to the commanding presence of Ben Nevis rising in the background. Light dances across the scene, creating delicate reflections in the river and dramatic contrasts between sunlit areas and shadowed valleys. The result is an immersive, atmospheric landscape that draws you in emotionally as well as visually.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2093\" data-end=\"2096\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2098\" data-end=\"2117\"\u003e✍️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"2105\" data-end=\"2115\"\u003eSigned\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2118\" data-end=\"2275\"\u003eThe painting is hand-signed by acclaimed British artist \u003cstrong data-start=\"2174\" data-end=\"2205\"\u003eWendy Reeves (1944–present)\u003c\/strong\u003e in the lower corner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2277\" data-end=\"2280\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2282\" data-end=\"2314\"\u003e👩🎨 \u003cstrong data-start=\"2292\" data-end=\"2312\"\u003eAbout the Artist\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2315\" data-end=\"3021\"\u003eWendy Reeves, born in 1944 in Ewell, Surrey, is a celebrated British artist whose works capture the spirit of the British Isles’ most beloved landscapes. 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Made in 1935, this masterpiece brings an exclusive touch to any room. Display your refined taste and love for the equestrian world with this luxurious piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSubject Equine horse study portrait of a female brown bay hunter who's name was \"Kim\", facing right in full side profile wearing her reins, her saddle has been taken off and you can see her coat colour is lighter where her saddle would go.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTitle \"Kim\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOil on board panel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSet in such a traditional oak frame with a glass cover.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCirca early 20th century dated 1935. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis painting is signed bottom right F.M Hollams by the well known British animal and equine artist Frances Mabel Hollams with artist biography verso.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is a fine example of her work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eProvenance from a Fine Art auction \u0026amp; museum label verso \u0026amp; now in the collection of Cheshire Antiques Consultant..\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFrances Mabel Hollams (1877–1963), who signed her works F.M. Hollams, was a popular British painter of horses and dogs, active in the first three decades of the 20th century. She is noted for her technique of painting on wood panel with no background, so that the grain of the wood is visible. Growing up at Dene Park in Shipbourne she later moved to Puttenden Manor near the hamlet of Dunks Green. Mabel studied under the artist Frank Calderdon and, at a time when most schools did not accept female students, she studied in Paris at Académie Julian.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHollams was a prolific painter of animals, mainly horses. She painted for Royalty and many aristocratic families. One of her paintings, a royal horse, hangs in the Mounted Branch Museum at Imber Court. 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Such a delightful equestrian horse animal lover collectors scene.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe only select \u0026amp; sell paintings based upon subject, quality \u0026amp; significance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe provide friendly professional exceptional customer service.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWith hanging thread on the back ready for immediate home display.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCondition report offered in fine used condition. Having spots of surface dirt \u0026amp; foxing stains in places to the painting surface, also some paint fading and loss in areas, with historic dormant woodworm to the panel. With general wear, dust, scuffs, stains and minor losses to the  frame commensurate with usage \u0026amp; old age.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eInternational worldwide shipping is available.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eViewings are welcome by appointment only for customer support please send a message thankyou.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBrowse our exciting other available collections in our shop gallery happy shopping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions in centimetres of frame\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHigh (36.2 cm)\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLength depth thickness (1 cm)\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWide (47.5 cm)\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44485352849661,"sku":"k1180","price":8000.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0201\/2227\/1808\/products\/british-oil-painting-portrait-of-kim-mare-bay-hunter-horse-by-frances-mabel-hollams-990579.jpg?v=1707045599"},{"product_id":"oil-painting-the-mint-stallion-sire-horse-in-stable-in-the-manner-of-sir-alfred-munnings","title":"Oil Painting The Mint Stallion Sire Horse In Stable in the Manner of Sir Alfred Munnings","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"131\" data-end=\"206\"\u003e(Sold)Equestrian Oil Painting c.1912 – \u003cem data-end=\"283\" data-start=\"271\"\u003e“The Mint”\u003c\/em\u003eThoroughbred Stallion, in the Manner of Sir Alfred Munnings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"803\" data-start=\"347\"\u003eThis fine early 20th-century equestrian portrait, painted in 1912 by \u003cstrong data-end=\"437\" data-start=\"416\"\u003eTimothy B. Whitby\u003c\/strong\u003e, is executed \u003cem data-end=\"501\" data-start=\"451\"\u003ein the manner of Sir Alfred Munnings (1878–1959)\u003c\/em\u003e, the most celebrated British equestrian artist of the 20th century. While Whitby was not Munnings’ pupil, his use of \u003cstrong data-end=\"662\" data-start=\"619\"\u003elight, colour, and expressive brushwork\u003c\/strong\u003e conveys a comparable spirit — capturing both the anatomy of the Thoroughbred and its nobility, presence, and atmosphere within the stable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"808\" data-start=\"805\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"835\" data-start=\"810\"\u003e🐎 Subject \u0026amp; Medium\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1239\" data-start=\"836\"\u003eThe painting portrays \u003cem data-end=\"870\" data-start=\"858\"\u003e“The Mint”\u003c\/em\u003e, a chestnut Thoroughbred stallion and sire, depicted in proud full profile facing left inside his stable. His arched neck, finely shaped head, and muscular body emphasise his conformation and stature. Everyday details — the rustic brick wall, the water trough to the right, and straw scattered underfoot — anchor the noble subject in a real and familiar environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1444\" data-start=\"1241\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1270\" data-start=\"1241\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1270\" data-start=\"1243\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1254\" data-start=\"1243\"\u003eMedium:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oil on canvas\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1296\" data-start=\"1271\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1296\" data-start=\"1273\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1282\" data-start=\"1273\"\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e August 1912\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1350\" data-start=\"1297\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1350\" data-start=\"1299\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1313\" data-start=\"1299\"\u003eSignature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Signed lower corner \u003cem data-end=\"1348\" data-start=\"1334\"\u003eT. B. Whitby\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1444\" data-start=\"1351\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1444\" data-start=\"1353\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1363\" data-start=\"1353\"\u003eFrame:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original gilt frame, enhancing the warmth and authenticity of the composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1449\" data-start=\"1446\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1483\" data-start=\"1451\"\u003e🖌 Composition \u0026amp; Technique\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2120\" data-start=\"1484\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1718\" data-start=\"1484\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1718\" data-start=\"1486\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1497\" data-start=\"1486\"\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e The stallion’s coat glows with deep sienna, russet, and golden ochre, highlighted with ivory tones that reflect light across his musculature. Earthy reds, browns, and golden straw form a balanced, atmospheric backdrop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1898\" data-start=\"1719\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1898\" data-start=\"1721\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1738\" data-start=\"1721\"\u003eBrushstrokes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fine directional strokes describe the sheen of the horse’s coat, while looser, more impressionistic touches capture straw and brickwork with energy and life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2120\" data-start=\"1899\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2120\" data-start=\"1901\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1911\" data-start=\"1901\"\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stylistically, the work resonates \u003cem data-end=\"1984\" data-start=\"1946\"\u003ein the manner of Sir Alfred Munnings\u003c\/em\u003e, combining anatomical accuracy with painterly warmth to elevate the horse from a stable study to a portrait of character and dignity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2125\" data-start=\"2122\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2166\" data-start=\"2127\"\u003e🖌 The Artist – Timothy B. Whitby\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2511\" data-start=\"2167\"\u003eWhitby was a British equine and animal painter active in the late Victorian and Edwardian periods. His work blends careful observation with expressive handling, placing him within the great lineage of sporting artists. This painting is among his finest — a harmonious union of technical skill, compositional strength, and equestrian elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2516\" data-start=\"2513\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2573\" data-start=\"2518\"\u003e🏇 The Horse – \u003cem data-end=\"2547\" data-start=\"2537\"\u003eThe Mint\u003c\/em\u003e and the “Mint” Heritage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2761\" data-start=\"2574\"\u003eProvenance identifies \u003cem data-end=\"2606\" data-start=\"2596\"\u003eThe Mint\u003c\/em\u003e as a \u003cstrong data-end=\"2646\" data-start=\"2612\"\u003eThoroughbred stallion and sire\u003c\/strong\u003e. While not widely documented in racing records, his name clearly recalls one of the great bloodlines of the era:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2984\" data-start=\"2763\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2870\" data-start=\"2763\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2870\" data-start=\"2765\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2788\" data-start=\"2765\"\u003eMinting (1883–1909)\u003c\/strong\u003e – winner of the Grand Prix de Paris and Hardwicke Stakes, influential stallion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2984\" data-start=\"2871\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2984\" data-start=\"2873\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2893\" data-start=\"2873\"\u003eMaid of the Mint\u003c\/strong\u003e – Minting’s daughter, dam of \u003cstrong data-end=\"2943\" data-start=\"2923\"\u003eSpearmint (1903)\u003c\/strong\u003e, Derby and Grand Prix de Paris winner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3198\" data-start=\"2986\"\u003eBy 1912, the “Mint” name signified Thoroughbred excellence. 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Historic touch-up repairs noted to the stallion’s face and stable background (two small patches on reverse).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3811\" data-start=\"3711\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3811\" data-start=\"3713\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3723\" data-start=\"3713\"\u003eFrame:\u003c\/strong\u003e General wear, dust, scuffs, and chips consistent with age, yet stable and attractive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"3816\" data-start=\"3813\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"3845\" data-start=\"3818\"\u003e❤️ Why You’ll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4386\" data-start=\"3846\"\u003e✅ \u003cstrong data-end=\"3869\" data-start=\"3848\"\u003eA statement piece\u003c\/strong\u003e – Commanding presence, perfect for an office, library, or gallery wall.\u003cbr data-end=\"3944\" data-start=\"3941\"\u003e✅ \u003cstrong data-end=\"3965\" data-start=\"3946\"\u003eRich in history\u003c\/strong\u003e – Named in homage to the prestigious Minting–Spearmint Thoroughbred lineage.\u003cbr data-end=\"4045\" data-start=\"4042\"\u003e✅ \u003cstrong data-end=\"4068\" data-start=\"4047\"\u003eTimeless artistry\u003c\/strong\u003e – Signed and dated by Timothy B. 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Created by renowned Spanish artist Francisco José Domingo y Marqués, who captures the warmth and charm of eclectic Spanish art. Perfect for any art lover and cat enthusiast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubject portrait of a beautiful young ginger \u0026amp; white kitten animal who is on the floor hunting watching a fly intensely with such curiosity. A fallen single pink rose petal is laying on the floor at the bottom. To the right is a deep red blanket, above a branch with a pink rose flower and green leaf foliage on. The hue colours are so striking which really captures the eye.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImpress your clients or guests to your office or home interior wall space \u0026amp; add this striking statement artwork to your collection. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTitle  \"Patience\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA fine early example of his work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOil on canvas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin from Spain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnsigned.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eName plaque at the bottom which reads F D Marques 1842 for \u003cspan\u003eFrancisco José Domingo y Marqués.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCirca mid 19th century 1860's. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet in the original heavy deep moulded \u0026amp; gilded frame which really enhances this painting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA nice size with the frame being 78 cm high and 69 cm wide.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArtist biography Francisco José Domingo y Marqués (12 March 1842 – 22 July 1920) was a Spanish painter in the Eclectic style. He was born in Valencia, where he began his studies at the Real Academia de Bellas Artes de San Carlos, as a student of Rafael Montesinos y Ramiro [es] , a great admirer of José de Ribera, whose works Domingo copied as his first exercises. In 1864, he moved to Madrid to continue his studies at the Real Academia de Bellas Artes de San Fernando with Federico de Madrazo. Three years later, he was awarded a pension by the \"Diputación Provincial de Valencia\" (the local government) to continue his studies in Rome. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHe went there in 1868, where he obtained a position in the workshop of Eduardo Rosales. While there, he sent his works to the National Exhibition of Fine Arts, winning several awards for his Baroque-style paintings. Suffering from the effects of malarial fever, he returned to Spain and taught at the Academia de San Carlos for a year. His portrait of Santa Clara praying won First Prize at the Exhibition of 1871. That same year, his pension was cancelled, as he showed no inclination to return to Rome. As a result, he moved to Madrid, where he found work decorating various buildings, including the palace of Eduardo, Duque de Bailén.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHe married in 1874 and, the following year, moved to Paris, where his works consisted largely of detailed historical genre scenes and portraits for high society patrons, many of whom were former clients of Marià Fortuny. During this time, he absorbed some elements from the style of Meissonier as well as brightening his palette under the influence of the Impressionists. His paintings were bought by Paris based art dealer Etienne Haro.[3] He also made contacts with art dealers in the United States. William Henry Vanderbilt and Augustin Daly were among those who bought his paintings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBenezit Dictionary of Artists His Benezit entry is entered as \"Domingo y Marques (Francisco)\" The entry shows him winning the Prix de Rome 1867. Professor of The Academy of St Charles, Valencia, 1868. Member of the Academy Royale of Antwerp, 1889. The Royal Academy describe him as a typically Spanish artist imitating the old Spanish masters and Goya.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrancisco Domingo y Marqués's paintings have offered sold at auctions around the world, the highest sold price is 66,671 US Dollars which was for painting called The jester which was sold at Christie's in London in 2001.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSo collectible and sought after the animal subject matter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvenance from a high end auction, musuem label also verso and now in the collection of Cheshire Antiques Consultant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe select \u0026amp; sell our paintings based solely upon subject, quality \u0026amp; significance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHighly sought after work of art.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition report.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOffered in fine used condition. The front painting surface is in acceptable order with various craquelure and foxing stains also paint loss \u0026amp; stretcher lines showing, also paint re touch up to the lower left background area. The painting would benefit with having restoration work done to it. The original frame has various general wear, with chips, losses, repairs, over painting, cracking in places commensurate with usage \u0026amp; old age.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe offer our clients exceptional professional customer service.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternational buyers worldwide shipping is available.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eViewings are welcome by appointment only for customer support please send a message thankyou.  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrowse our other exciting Fine Arts, antiques \u0026amp; collectibles available in our shop gallery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions in centimetres of the frame\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHigh (78 cm)  \u003cbr\u003eWide (69 cm)    \u003cbr\u003eDepth (7.5 cm)\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44554352722173,"sku":"k1191","price":4900.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0201\/2227\/1808\/products\/spanish-eclectic-oil-painting-kitten-patience-by-francisco-jose-domingo-y-marques-460049.jpg?v=1708777000"},{"product_id":"ornithology-watercolour-grey-partridges-new-forest-moor-in-manner-of-archibald-thorburn","title":"Ornithology Watercolour Grey Partridges, New Forest Moor, In Manner of Archibald Thorburn","description":"\u003ch2 data-end=\"162\" data-start=\"23\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"160\" data-start=\"23\"\u003eFine British Ornithology Watercolour Grey Partridges, New Forest Moor, In Manner of Archibald Thorburn\u003c\/strong\u003e ⭐\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"167\" data-start=\"164\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"191\" data-start=\"169\"\u003e🪶 Subject \u0026amp; Medium\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"541\" data-start=\"192\"\u003eTitled \u003cstrong data-end=\"240\" data-start=\"199\"\u003e“Partridges Sheltering in Tall Grass”\u003c\/strong\u003e, this is a finely executed \u003cstrong data-end=\"333\" data-start=\"268\"\u003eBritish late 20th century ornithological watercolour on paper\u003c\/strong\u003e by the known postwar wildlife artist \u003cstrong data-end=\"393\" data-start=\"371\"\u003eNeil Cox (b. 1955)\u003c\/strong\u003e. It depicts a small covey of \u003cstrong data-end=\"458\" data-start=\"423\"\u003egrey partridges (Perdix perdix)\u003c\/strong\u003e settled low together in tall golden grass on a \u003cstrong data-end=\"525\" data-start=\"506\"\u003eNew Forest moor\u003c\/strong\u003e in autumn. 🪶🌾\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"951\" data-start=\"543\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-end=\"565\" data-start=\"547\"\u003egrey partridge\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of Britain’s most iconic game birds—cherished for its understated beauty and classic country-sport associations. Ground-dwelling by nature, it relies on camouflage and close grouping (“coveying”) for protection. Here, that behaviour is convincingly observed: the birds sit tight in cover, their rounded forms and softly patterned plumage blending naturally into the grasses. 🏛️\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"956\" data-start=\"953\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"987\" data-start=\"958\"\u003e🎨 Composition \u0026amp; Technique\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1311\" data-start=\"988\"\u003eCox creates a calm, design-friendly composition with the partridges placed low as the focal point, while the vertical grasses provide rhythm and warmth. The landscape recedes into a soft \u003cstrong data-end=\"1201\" data-start=\"1175\"\u003emisty moorland horizon\u003c\/strong\u003e beneath an overcast sky, adding depth and atmosphere without distracting from the ornithological subject. 🌫️\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1652\" data-start=\"1313\"\u003eThe technique balances \u003cstrong data-end=\"1362\" data-start=\"1336\"\u003enatural-history detail\u003c\/strong\u003e with painterly restraint—controlled brushwork for feather texture and patterning, and lighter washes\/softened edges to convey season, weather, and distance. 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The calm grouping here gives the work a timeless, contemplative quality—ideal for a library or study. 📚\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2131\" data-start=\"2128\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2191\" data-start=\"2133\"\u003e⭐ Style Highlight — In the Manner of Archibald Thorburn\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2706\" data-start=\"2192\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2231\" data-start=\"2192\"\u003eIN THE MANNER OF ARCHIBALD THORBURN\u003c\/strong\u003e — offered as a \u003cem data-end=\"2270\" data-start=\"2247\"\u003estylistic association\u003c\/em\u003e (not sold as a Thorburn work). The composition echoes the classic British ornithological tradition prized by collectors: \u003cstrong data-end=\"2423\" data-start=\"2392\"\u003egame birds nestled in cover\u003c\/strong\u003e, naturally observed posture, sensitive feather handling, and a \u003cstrong data-end=\"2522\" data-start=\"2487\"\u003esoftly receding field landscape\u003c\/strong\u003e that conveys habitat and season. This “Thorburn-adjacent” aesthetic is especially desirable for high-end interiors where sporting and natural history art is used as a design anchor. ⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2711\" data-start=\"2708\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2735\" data-start=\"2713\"\u003e🎨 About the Artist\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3013\" data-start=\"2736\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2767\" data-start=\"2736\"\u003eNeil Cox (British, b. 1955)\u003c\/strong\u003e is recognised for wildlife and bird studies and has sold at major international auction houses. 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The framed presentation gives immediate “installed” presence and suits both traditional and contemporary interiors. ✨\u003cbr data-end=\"3320\" data-start=\"3317\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3337\" data-start=\"3320\"\u003eReady to hang\u003c\/strong\u003e with hanging thread\/wire to the reverse. ✅\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"3385\" data-start=\"3382\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"3403\" data-start=\"3387\"\u003e📜 Provenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3566\" data-start=\"3404\"\u003eVerso labels including \u003cstrong data-end=\"3469\" data-start=\"3427\"\u003ePenn Barn by the Pond, Buckinghamshire\u003c\/strong\u003e, a high-end auction\/collection label, and in the collection of \u003cstrong data-end=\"3565\" data-start=\"3533\"\u003eCheshire Antiques Consultant\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"3571\" data-start=\"3568\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"3601\" data-start=\"3573\"\u003e📏 Dimensions (frame, cm)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul 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Bring the beauty of nature into your home with this exquisite art piece, a true testament to the splendour of the Scottish countryside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTitle “A Covey of Ptarmigan Birds alerted” by Neil Cox.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubject ornithology animal bird study of Ptarmigan game birds grouped together in the Scottish Highlands set in winter time. They are on a rocky moor hillside with sparse vegetation with snow \u0026amp; mist on the mountains in the background, the birds are on alert watching out for predators. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCirca late 20th century 1980's.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd a statement ornithology piece of artwork to your home or office wall space, impress your guests \u0026amp; clients.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA nice size with the frame being 76 cm wide and 57.7 cm high.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMedium watercolour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet in a the original decorative gilt frame with protective glass front cover which enhances this painting..\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSigned by the known British artist Neil Cox.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn our \u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003enon-guaranteed professional opinion\u003c\/span\u003e this is a fine example of his work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeil Cox is a known British Postwar artist who was born in the year 1955 down south, he grew up in London \u0026amp; he loved the natural environment and he painted animals especially birds from when he was very young. Its is known that he spent a lot of his spare time outside of his further education studies in the New Forest National Park where he watched \u0026amp; painted animals, particularly birds where his favourite subject.  He became a professional wildlife artist, he has exhibited and sold his works at many auction galleries \u0026amp; houses around the world like Christie’s, the current highest sold price is $4,597 US dollars which was for the work Pheasants foraging in bracken.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvenance labels verso for Penn Barn by the Pond Buckinghamshire, high end auction label \u0026amp; in collection of Cheshire Antiques Consultant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe ptarmigan is a medium-sized game bird in the grouse family. It is known simply as the ptarmigan in Europe. It is the official bird for the Canadian territory of Nunavut, where it is known as the aqiggiq, and the official game bird for the province of Newfoundland and Labrador. In Japan, it is known as the raichō (雷鳥), which means \"thunder bird\". It is the official bird of Gifu, Nagano, and Toyama Prefectures and is a protected species nationwide. Unlike many arctic bird species, ptarmigan do not gain substantial mass to hibernate over winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn exceptional sought after collectible artwork.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuch a delightful scene to the eye a great conversation piece. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHighly sought after due to the collectible nature of subject animal bird matter such elaborate detail. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWith hanging thread on the back ready for immediate home wall display. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncredible conversation piece for your guests. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe select \u0026amp; sell paintings based upon subject quality \u0026amp; significance. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe provide our clients with friendly professional customer service. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition report. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOffered in fine used condition. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront painting surface is in good overall order. Having some craquelure \u0026amp; foxing stains and in places. Glass cover has sratches and stains. Frame which has general wear also some losses \u0026amp; cracking, chips commensurate with usage \u0026amp; age.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternational buyers worldwide shipping is available.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheckout our exciting other available Fine Arts, Antiques \u0026amp; Collectibles in our shop gallery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions in centimetres of the frame\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHigh (57.7 cm)\u003cbr\u003eWide (76 cm)\u003cbr\u003eDepth thickness of frame (2.2 cm)\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44743690944765,"sku":"k1215","price":2400.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0201\/2227\/1808\/files\/watercolour-highland-moors-covey-of-ptarmigan-game-birds-on-alert-by-neil-cox-544023.jpg?v=1711991587"},{"product_id":"🐾-victorian-canine-classic-jack-russells-on-alert-rat-confrontation-by-edward-aistrop","title":"🐾 Victorian Canine Classic: Jack Russells on Alert – Rat Confrontation by Edward Aistrop","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"155\" data-end=\"263\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"162\" data-end=\"263\"\u003eVictorian Canine Classic: “Jack Russells on Alert – Rat Confrontation” by Edward Aistrop (c.1880)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"265\" data-end=\"268\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"270\" data-end=\"296\"\u003e🖼️ Subject \u0026amp; Medium\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"297\" data-end=\"1012\"\u003eStep into the dramatic heart of the British countryside with this exceptional oil on board hunting scene by celebrated Victorian animal painter \u003cstrong data-start=\"441\" data-end=\"459\"\u003eEdward Aistrop\u003c\/strong\u003e. Set within a rustic barn interior, the composition centers on two determined \u003cstrong data-start=\"538\" data-end=\"563\"\u003eJack Russell Terriers\u003c\/strong\u003e in crisp side profile: one, black and white, locked in intense eye contact with a trapped rat, while the other, brown and white, swivels sharply toward an unseen threat in the shadows. The moment is tense — the rat gazes up in defiance, completing a captivating scene of instinct and suspense. Protected behind a glass front and mounted in a later-painted black wood frame, this late Victorian c.1880 piece radiates country grit and heritage charm. Title Rat Trapped Jack Russell Terriers Guarding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1014\" data-end=\"1017\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1019\" data-end=\"1051\"\u003e🧠 Composition \u0026amp; Technique\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1052\" data-end=\"1256\"\u003eAistrop’s work is rich in narrative and technical finesse. The composition is anchored by a taut triangular tension among the two terriers and the rat — a powerful visual storyline in a compact setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1258\" data-end=\"1587\"\u003eUsing a palette of \u003cstrong data-start=\"1277\" data-end=\"1325\"\u003eearthy umbers, golden straw, and dusky greys\u003c\/strong\u003e, Aistrop builds the warm, textured barn environment. Against this backdrop, the white and tan coats of the terriers blaze with immediacy and realism. The dogs are rendered with confident, detailed brushstrokes that convey muscle tone, alertness, and vitality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1589\" data-end=\"1859\"\u003eSubtle lighting breathes life into the forms — soft highlights along fur lines enhance depth, while gentle shadows cast a lifelike, dimensional atmosphere. The background remains looser and moodier, emphasizing the sharp realism of the subjects without visual clutter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1861\" data-end=\"1946\"\u003eThis is late Victorian storytelling at its finest: raw, vivid, and utterly immersive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1948\" data-end=\"1951\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1953\" data-end=\"1968\"\u003e✍️ Signed\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1969\" data-end=\"2084\"\u003eSigned by \u003cstrong data-start=\"1979\" data-end=\"1997\"\u003eEdward Aistrop\u003c\/strong\u003e in the lower corner — a hallmark of authenticity from a respected master of the genre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2086\" data-end=\"2089\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2091\" data-end=\"2119\"\u003e👨🎨 About the Artist\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2120\" data-end=\"2425\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2120\" data-end=\"2138\"\u003eEdward Aistrop\u003c\/strong\u003e was a prominent British artist active during the late Victorian and early Edwardian periods, known for his lifelike and character-rich animal portraits. Particularly sought after for his depictions of dogs, Aistrop was frequently commissioned to paint prized pets and working animals. His ability to blend emotional nuance with technical prowess continues to captivate collectors worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2669\" data-end=\"2672\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2674\" data-end=\"2689\"\u003e🖼️ Frame\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2690\" data-end=\"2881\"\u003eNewly fitted into a richly detailed \u003cstrong data-start=\"2726\" data-end=\"2781\"\u003eLarson Juhl gilt gold leaf scoop profile wood frame\u003c\/strong\u003e. The ornate styling complements the Victorian narrative and enhances the artwork's visual grandeur.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2883\" data-end=\"2886\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2888\" data-end=\"2916\"\u003e📏 Dimensions Framed\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2917\" data-end=\"2964\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2917\" data-end=\"2964\"\u003e38 cm height x 44.5 cm width x 4.5 cm depth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2966\" data-end=\"2969\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2971\" data-end=\"2990\"\u003e📜 Provenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2991\" data-end=\"3185\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2991\" data-end=\"3032\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2993\" data-end=\"3032\"\u003eFrom a private Southern UK collection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3033\" data-end=\"3066\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3035\" data-end=\"3066\"\u003ePrivately loaned \u0026amp; Exhibited at the Famous Lord Hill Museum\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3067\" data-end=\"3129\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3069\" data-end=\"3129\"\u003eCurated and vetted by \u003cstrong data-start=\"3091\" data-end=\"3127\"\u003eCheshire Antiques Consultant LTD\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3130\" data-end=\"3185\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3132\" data-end=\"3185\"\u003eAcquired through a reputable regional auction house\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3187\" data-end=\"3190\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3192\" data-end=\"3219\"\u003e❤️ Why You’ll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3220\" data-end=\"3676\"\u003e✅ Genuine late Victorian hunting narrative with rich storytelling\u003cbr data-start=\"3285\" data-end=\"3288\"\u003e✅ Two expressive Jack Russells in a rare action-focused pose\u003cbr data-start=\"3348\" data-end=\"3351\"\u003e✅ Signed original by a respected British animal painter\u003cbr data-start=\"3406\" data-end=\"3409\"\u003e✅ Rustic, earthy tones ideal for classic or country-inspired interiors\u003cbr data-start=\"3479\" data-end=\"3482\"\u003e✅ A dream piece for dog lovers, collectors, or rural art enthusiasts\u003cbr data-start=\"3550\" data-end=\"3553\"\u003e✅ Optimal display size for study, hallway, or personal library\u003cbr data-start=\"3615\" data-end=\"3618\"\u003e✅ A compelling and conversation-worthy artwork with soul\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3678\" data-end=\"3681\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3683\" data-end=\"3701\"\u003e🔍 Condition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3702\" data-end=\"3857\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3702\" data-end=\"3723\"\u003ePainting surface:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very good, with fine craquelure and minor foxing consistent with age\u003cbr data-start=\"3792\" data-end=\"3795\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3795\" data-end=\"3805\"\u003eFrame:\u003c\/strong\u003e Minor imperfections in line 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Perfect for any art collector or lover of classic hunting scenes, this piece adds a touch of sophistication to any space.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImpress your clients \u0026amp; guests with this hunting statement artwork in your office or home wall space.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTitle “Jack Russell Terrier Dogs In Barn Chasing A Rat Ratting” By Edward Aistrop C1880.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubject portrait in side profile showing Two fierce Jack Russell Terrier dogs facing towards the right chasing a rat who is running away in an old barn. Both dogs are panting chasing and are intent on capturing killing the rat prey. The dog closest to the viewer is white and black, the other dog is white and brown.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA good size with the frame being 40 cm high and 46 cm wide.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA great example of the animal breed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOil on board with a front protective glass cover.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSigned bottom corner by the known British animal artist Edward Aistrop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn our \u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003enon-guaranteed professional opinion\u003c\/span\u003e this is a fine example of his work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet in a traditional original wood frame which has been later painted black.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCirca 1880  late 19th century Victorian era.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArtist biography Edward Aistrop was a British Impressionist \u0026amp; Modern artist. Aistrops’ works have been exhibited at galleries \u0026amp; auction houses around the world, the current highest sold price set is $8,219 US Dollars which was for study of a Pug dog at Christie’s. Aistrop’s a known painter especially of animals like dogs. He operated during the late Victorian era 19th century and early 20th century he really flourished as an artist between 1880-1920. He was regularly requested to paint champion pets, his especially sought after works are dogs hunting ratting. He was such an accomplished artist he was able to convey to the viewer the actual character of the dogs that he painted.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvenance from a high end art auction in the ceremonial county in south east of England \u0026amp; in\u003cbr\u003ecollection of Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD. Partial remnant of an old gallery label also present.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHighly sought after due to the collectible hunting nature of subject matter such elaborate detail. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWith hanging thread on the back ready for immediate home wall display. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe select \u0026amp; sell paintings based upon subject, quality \u0026amp; significance. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe provide our clients with friendly professional customer service. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition report. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOffered in fine used condition. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront painting surface in good overall order. Having various craquelure \u0026amp; foxing stains. Frame having various general wear and chips commensurate with usage \u0026amp; age.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternational buyers worldwide shipping is available.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheckout our exciting other available Fine Arts, antiques \u0026amp; collectibles in our shop gallery. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions in centimetres of the frame\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHigh (40 cm)\u003cbr\u003eWide (46 cm)\u003cbr\u003eDepth thickness of frame (4 cm)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45306347323645,"sku":"k1264","price":3500.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0201\/2227\/1808\/files\/gps_generated_95f3bfe3-76c7-439a-be48-ca47d4462c4b.png?v=1717867645"},{"product_id":"victorian-king-charles-spaniels-in-a-wooded-landscape-oil-painting-circa-1880","title":"Victorian King Charles Spaniels in a Wooded Landscape Oil Painting Circa 1880","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVictorian King Charles Spaniels in a Wooded Landscape Oil Painting Circa 1880\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFine British Late 19th Century Oil Painting of a Blenheim and Prince Charles Tricolour King Charles Spaniel, In the Manner of John Dalby of York\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHighlights\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Fine British late 19th-century Victorian oil painting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• In the manner of John Dalby of York (1810–1865)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Circa 1880\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Depicts two historic King Charles Spaniels seated together\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Blenheim chestnut-and-white spaniel to the left\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Prince Charles or tricolour spaniel to the right\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Both dogs shown principally in profile looking towards the right\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Set within an atmospheric wooded rural landscape\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• British School\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Oil on panel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Apparently unsigned, with possible indistinct inscription or painted markings to the lower foreground\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Decorative gilt wood and composition frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Raised laurel-leaf and berry-style ornament\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Amersham Auction Rooms provenance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Auction label retained verso recording Lot 218, 6 June 2024\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Framed approximately 31 cm high x 34 cm wide x 4 cm deep\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Supplied with a Certificate of Sale \u0026amp; Dealer Attribution\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntroduction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA charming and highly decorative late 19th-century British oil painting depicting two King Charles Spaniels seated together within an atmospheric wooded landscape.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDating to circa 1880 and catalogued as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ein the manner of John Dalby of York (1810–1865)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the work belongs to the established British tradition of animal portraiture in which sporting dogs and cherished companion animals were accorded considerable individuality and presence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe composition is particularly appealing for its depiction of two historically distinct King Charles Spaniel colour varieties.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTo the left sits a chestnut-and-white \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlenheim Spaniel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, while its companion displays the black, white and tan colouring historically associated with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrince Charles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, or tricolour, variety.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoth dogs sit attentively in profile looking towards the right. Their contrasting coats provide the principal visual focus against the subdued greens, ochres and earthy tones of the surrounding countryside.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePresented within an ornate gilt frame, the painting combines Victorian canine portraiture, British country-house character and an especially appealing historic breed subject.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwo King Charles Spaniels in a Wooded Landscape\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo evidence has presently been identified establishing an original artist-given title for the work.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwo King Charles Spaniels in a Wooded Landscape\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is therefore used as a descriptive catalogue title based upon the visible subject and setting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe title reflects the established vocabulary of 19th-century British animal painting, in which dogs and horses were frequently portrayed against wooded, parkland and extensive landscape backgrounds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOf particular comparative interest is a recorded signed work by John Dalby entitled \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKing Charles Spaniels Seated in a Wooded Landscape\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe close correspondence in subject matter provides useful contextual evidence when considering the artistic tradition represented by the present work, although this painting is not represented as Dalby's recorded composition and no authorship by Dalby is asserted.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComposition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe composition centres upon the two spaniels positioned prominently across the foreground.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoth dogs are seated and represented principally in profile, directing their attention towards the right of the picture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe lighter Blenheim occupies the left side. Its predominantly white coat is enlivened by rich chestnut passages across the head, ears and body.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeside it sits the darker tricolour spaniel, whose black coat, white areas and warm tan markings create a strong visual counterpoint.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTheir shared direction of gaze introduces a subtle narrative quality, suggesting that something beyond the painted scene has attracted the attention of both animals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBehind them, the countryside recedes through areas of open ground towards mature trees and a softly atmospheric horizon.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe landscape remains deliberately restrained, allowing the dogs to dominate the composition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Blenheim Spaniel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe left-hand dog displays the characteristic chestnut-and-white colouring historically associated with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlenheim Spaniel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Blenheim name derives from the longstanding association of red-and-white toy spaniels with Blenheim Palace and the Dukes of Marlborough.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBy the Victorian period, Blenheim was firmly established as one of the recognised colour varieties within Britain's toy-spaniel tradition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe present dog has a predominantly pale coat enriched by warm chestnut colouring across its head, ears and body.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts long feathered ears and silky coat contribute significantly to the visual appeal of the portrait.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe historic association of the Blenheim variety with British aristocratic and country-house culture adds an additional dimension to the subject.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Prince Charles or Tricolour Spaniel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe second dog displays black, white and tan colouring corresponding to the historic \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrince Charles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, or tricolour, variety.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuring the Victorian period the principal toy-spaniel colour varieties included King Charles, Blenheim, Prince Charles and Ruby.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Prince Charles designation was associated with the tricolour variety.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe darker colouring of the right-hand dog performs an important compositional role, providing a strong tonal contrast with the predominantly pale Blenheim.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWarm tan markings around the head and face further articulate the animal's expression.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe pairing of these two contrasting varieties provides both visual interest and an engaging connection with the history of British toy spaniels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistoric King Charles Spaniels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe dogs should be understood within the context of the historic British King Charles or toy-spaniel tradition rather than automatically identified as modern Cavalier King Charles Spaniels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe appearance and formal classification of Britain's toy spaniels changed considerably during the 19th and early 20th centuries.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVictorian examples could retain a more pronounced muzzle than the increasingly short-faced King Charles Spaniel that subsequently became fashionable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Cavalier King Charles Spaniel developed separately during the 20th century through efforts to recreate the longer-faced toy spaniels represented in earlier paintings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor a work catalogued circa 1880, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKing Charles Spaniels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is therefore the historically appropriate principal description, with the two dogs more specifically identified by their Blenheim and Prince Charles or tricolour colouring.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColour \u0026amp; Technique\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe artist employs a restrained naturalistic palette dominated by chestnut, black, cream, white, olive green, ochre and earthy brown.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAgainst the subdued landscape, the contrasting coats of the spaniels provide the principal areas of colour and light.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Blenheim is constructed through passages of warm reddish chestnut and creamy white, while its companion combines deeper black and brown tones with white and tan accents.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eParticular attention has been given to the long feathered ears and coats of the animals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe surrounding landscape is handled more broadly and atmospherically, helping the countryside recede naturally while retaining the dogs as the principal focus.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Wooded Landscape\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe two spaniels are positioned within a gently receding rural landscape framed by mature vegetation and trees.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpen ground extends behind the dogs towards a softer middle distance, while groups of deciduous trees create the impression of wooded parkland or the edge of a country estate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo identifiable house, church, monument or other distinctive topographical landmark is visible.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConsequently, no particular estate, county or geographical location is presently attributed to the landscape.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe setting nevertheless belongs firmly to the tradition of British sporting and animal portraiture, in which cherished dogs and prized horses were frequently represented within country-estate, parkland and woodland environments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuch landscapes did more than provide a decorative background. They associated the animals with rural life and the culture of the British country house.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJohn Dalby of York\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJohn Dalby of York (1810–1865) was a British painter particularly associated with sporting and animal subjects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHis surviving oeuvre includes horses, hunting scenes and canine subjects represented within rural and wooded landscapes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDalby's work belongs to the important British tradition in which animals were treated as individual portrait subjects possessing their own character and physical presence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHis canine paintings provide particularly relevant comparative material for the present work.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComparable Works\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDocumented paintings by John Dalby provide valuable contextual comparisons.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChristie's has catalogued Dalby's \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmut, a Spaniel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, signed and dated \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDalby 1845\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, oil on board, measuring approximately 24.1 x 29.2 cm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts intimate scale, rigid support and concentration upon a spaniel provide useful comparative context.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOf particular relevance is the recorded signed work \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKing Charles Spaniels Seated in a Wooded Landscape\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts combination of King Charles Spaniels, multiple canine subjects and a wooded landscape makes it an especially pertinent comparison.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe existence of this composition forms an important element of the comparative reasoning behind the present qualified designation \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ein the manner of John Dalby\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese comparisons do not establish authorship by Dalby. They demonstrate that the subject and pictorial treatment of the present painting sit within the broader British canine-painting tradition associated with his work.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAttribution\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe painting is catalogued as:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the Manner of John Dalby of York (1810–1865)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe designation is deliberately qualified.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWithin established art-market terminology, “in the manner of” describes a work executed in a style associated with a particular artist without asserting that it was painted by that artist, a member of the artist's studio or a pupil.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe present painting is considered late 19th century and therefore postdates Dalby's lifetime.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe designation recognises relevant similarities of subject, composition and artistic tradition while maintaining the necessary distinction between this painting and works securely attributed to Dalby.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo documentary, technical or provenance evidence has presently been identified establishing authorship by John Dalby.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDating\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe painting itself is undated.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is catalogued here as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecirca 1880\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, within the late 19th-century Victorian period.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe previous auction description identified the work as late 19th century.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCirca 1880 is therefore employed as a considered approximate catalogue date within that established period rather than represented as a documented year of execution.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe subject matter is consistent with this dating. King Charles Spaniels were firmly established within Victorian Britain, while their differing colour varieties formed an important part of contemporary toy-spaniel terminology.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe circa 1880 dating should therefore be understood as a considered scholarly assessment informed by the previous auction description, physical appearance, subject and broader historical context.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSignature \u0026amp; Inscription\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo securely deciphered artist's signature has presently been identified.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDark painted markings are visible within the lower foreground.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSome appear consistent with surrounding vegetation and foreground detail, while it remains possible that an indistinct inscription or signature is incorporated amongst them.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe available evidence is insufficient to identify an artist's name reliably.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe work is therefore catalogued conservatively as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eapparently unsigned, with possible indistinct inscription or painted markings to the lower foreground\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo attempt has been made to interpret these markings as the signature of John Dalby.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvenance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAmersham Auction Rooms, Buckinghamshire, 6 June 2024, Lot 218\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAcquired from the above sale by Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD®\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCurated by Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD®\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAuction Label\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe reverse retains an \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAmersham Auction Rooms\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e auction label recording:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLot 218\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e06\/06\/2024\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe surviving auction label provides physical documentary evidence of the painting's appearance at the sale and forms part of its continuing provenance record.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo earlier named collection or ownership history has presently been established from the available evidence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFramed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeight: 31 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWidth: 34 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDepth: 4 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePanel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe precise unframed panel dimensions have not presently been recorded.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePresented in a decorative gilt wood and composition frame with prominent raised foliate ornament.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe broad outer moulding incorporates a repeating laurel-leaf and berry-style design, complemented by a stepped gilt inner section surrounding the painted panel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe richly ornamented frame gives the comparatively intimate painting considerable decorative presence and complements its Victorian animal subject.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAge-related rubbing, wear, small losses and imperfections are visible to the gilded and moulded surfaces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe frame accompanies the painting as part of its current presentation and is not represented as original to the work.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition Report\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOffered in good used condition consistent with age.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe painted surface displays age-related craquelure, surface marks, scattered abrasions and areas of historic paint wear and surface variation consistent with a late 19th-century oil painting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmall areas of paint disturbance or loss are visible.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe rigid panel support is visible from the reverse.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe decorative gilt frame displays age-related rubbing, wear, chips, small losses and imperfections to the moulded ornament commensurate with age and use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHanging wire and fittings are present verso for wall display.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo invasive conservation examination, ultraviolet examination or scientific analysis has been undertaken. Buyers should review the supplied photographs, which form an integral part of the condition description.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCollecting Interest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe painting brings together several appealing areas of British collecting interest: Victorian animal portraiture, historic dog paintings, King Charles Spaniels, British sporting art and traditional country-house decoration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe representation of two different historic spaniel colour varieties provides particular breed-specific interest.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe chestnut-and-white Blenheim carries the longstanding association of that variety with Blenheim Palace and the Dukes of Marlborough, while the black, white and tan companion represents the historic Prince Charles or tricolour variety.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTheir pairing within a wooded landscape places the work firmly within the visual tradition of 19th-century British canine portraiture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe comparison with John Dalby's documented spaniel paintings provides additional art-historical context, while the qualified \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ein the manner of John Dalby\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e attribution distinguishes this later Victorian work from paintings securely attributed to Dalby himself.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts compact dimensions make the painting particularly versatile for display within a drawing room, study, library, hallway or bedroom.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt would also sit particularly well within a collection of Victorian animal paintings, British sporting art or historic canine portraiture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShipping\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWorldwide shipping is available.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOwing to the historic framed presentation of the artwork, it will be professionally packaged using appropriate protective materials and dispatched fully insured.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInternational buyers are welcome. Please contact us for a destination-specific delivery quotation or to discuss any particular shipping requirements.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCertificate of Sale \u0026amp; Dealer Attribution\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe artwork will be supplied with a Certificate of Sale \u0026amp; Dealer Attribution issued by Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD®, recording the artwork’s catalogue details, attribution, provenance as stated, exhibition history and details of the sale. This document accompanies the work as part of its ongoing ownership and provenance record.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAttribution and Research\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe historical observations, provenance research, attribution analysis, dating and contextual commentary presented within this catalogue entry represent the professional opinion of Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD®. They are offered in good faith as informed scholarly assessments based upon the available physical evidence, historic inscriptions, comparative research, published reference material and our experience within the international fine art market.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese observations should be understood as professional opinions rather than definitive statements of fact or guarantees of authorship, attribution, date, origin, provenance or historical interpretation. As with all historic works of art, future documentary discoveries, technical examination, conservation analysis or advances in academic research may refine, expand or revise current interpretations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCheshire Antiques Consultant LTD®\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecialising in carefully curated British and European fine art, antiques and historic works of art.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery artwork is professionally researched and catalogued using comparative scholarship, published reference material and more than two decades of experience within the international fine art market. We are committed to offering collectors works of artistic and historical merit accompanied by transparent provenance research, detailed catalogue descriptions and professional, client-focused service.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdditional photographs and further information are available upon request.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45341477994749,"sku":"CAC-SK-0237","price":4950.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0201\/2227\/1808\/files\/KingCharlesSpanielDogs.jpg?v=1718464910"},{"product_id":"sporting-oil-purebred-arabian-horse-in-the-bombay-stables-india-c1900","title":"Sporting Oil Purebred Arabian horse in the Bombay Stables  India c1900","description":"\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"1qolm71\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"10\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e🏇 \u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"12\" data-end=\"162\"\u003eEnglish Victorian sporting oil painting of a Purebred Arabian horse in the Bombay Stables, India, c.1900, in the manner of Charles Bilger Spalding\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"164\" data-end=\"200\"\u003e━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"zsdm1h\" data-start=\"202\" data-end=\"223\"\u003e🎨 Subject \u0026amp; Medium\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"225\" data-end=\"466\"\u003eImpress your guests and clients with this exceptional English Victorian sporting oil painting depicting a magnificent \u003cstrong data-start=\"343\" data-end=\"382\"\u003ePurebred Red Chestnut Arabian horse\u003c\/strong\u003e standing proudly within the renowned \u003cstrong data-start=\"420\" data-end=\"445\"\u003eBombay Stables, India\u003c\/strong\u003e (modern-day Mumbai).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"468\" data-end=\"841\"\u003eThe noble Arabian is portrayed in elegant full side profile beneath a large pale green canvas awning, thoughtfully erected to shelter the horse from the intense Indian midday sun. Beyond the stable yard, the tranquil waters of Bombay Harbour stretch towards the horizon, where a graceful sailing yacht glides across the estuary, creating an evocative Anglo-Indian backdrop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"843\" data-end=\"1073\"\u003eExecuted in \u003cstrong data-start=\"855\" data-end=\"871\"\u003eoil on board\u003c\/strong\u003e, this beautifully observed work combines refined equestrian portraiture with fascinating colonial history, making it a distinguished addition to any sporting art, equestrian or fine antique collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1075\" data-end=\"1111\"\u003e━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"1csqhwa\" data-start=\"1113\" data-end=\"1142\"\u003e🖌️ Composition \u0026amp; Technique\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1144\" data-end=\"1446\"\u003eThe artist demonstrates an accomplished understanding of equine anatomy, capturing the Arabian's noble character, athletic build and elegant stance with remarkable confidence. Every detail, from the finely modelled musculature and expressive head to the rich chestnut coat, has been skilfully observed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1448\" data-end=\"1743\"\u003eWarm earth tones harmonise beautifully with the cool greens of the awning and the soft blue coastal landscape beyond. Delicate tonal modelling and assured brushwork create depth, atmosphere and realism, resulting in a painting that commands attention while retaining a refined sense of elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1745\" data-end=\"1781\"\u003e━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"5cb5ac\" data-start=\"1783\" data-end=\"1806\"\u003e📜 Historical Context\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1808\" data-end=\"2166\"\u003eDuring the Victorian era, Arabian horses ranked among the most valuable and prestigious bloodlines throughout the British Empire. Bombay was one of Britain's principal commercial, military and sporting centres, where wealthy merchants, cavalry officers and racing enthusiasts maintained exceptional Arabian horses for breeding, racing and ceremonial display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2168\" data-end=\"2473\"\u003eSporting portraits such as this were commissioned to commemorate prized horses in much the same way formal portraits celebrated distinguished families. Today, Anglo-Indian sporting paintings remain highly sought after for their historical significance, decorative appeal and enduring investment potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2475\" data-end=\"2511\"\u003e━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"atpuwn\" data-start=\"2513\" data-end=\"2537\"\u003e👨🎨 About the Artist\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2539\" data-end=\"2685\"\u003eThis painting is attributed to an \u003cstrong data-start=\"2573\" data-end=\"2617\"\u003eEnglish School artist working circa 1900\u003c\/strong\u003e, executed in the manner of \u003cstrong data-start=\"2645\" data-end=\"2684\"\u003eCharles Bilger Spalding (1810–1871)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2687\" data-end=\"3062\"\u003eSpalding was a respected Victorian sporting painter celebrated for his exceptional horse portraits, hunting scenes and racing subjects. He exhibited at the Royal Academy and collaborated with the distinguished publishers \u003cstrong data-start=\"2908\" data-end=\"2926\"\u003eS. \u0026amp; J. Fuller\u003c\/strong\u003e. His works continue to enjoy international recognition and remain highly desirable among collectors of nineteenth-century sporting art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3064\" data-end=\"3212\"\u003eAlthough unsigned, this painting displays many stylistic characteristics associated with Spalding and other accomplished Victorian sporting artists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3214\" data-end=\"3250\"\u003e━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"11yatx2\" data-start=\"3252\" data-end=\"3263\"\u003e✍️ Signed\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3265\" data-end=\"3274\"\u003eUnsigned.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3276\" data-end=\"3291\"\u003eEnglish School.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3293\" data-end=\"3342\"\u003ePainted in the manner of Charles Bilger Spalding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3344\" data-end=\"3380\"\u003e━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"1h0xa9d\" data-start=\"3382\" data-end=\"3394\"\u003e🖼️ Framed\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3396\" data-end=\"3531\"\u003ePresented in its attractive traditional gilt frame, which complements the painting beautifully while enhancing its Victorian character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3533\" data-end=\"3603\"\u003eReady for immediate display with hanging cord attached to the reverse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3605\" data-end=\"3641\"\u003e━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"3tqg41\" data-start=\"3643\" data-end=\"3652\"\u003e📏 Size\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3654\" data-end=\"3674\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3654\" data-end=\"3674\"\u003eFrame Dimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3676\" data-end=\"3695\"\u003eHeight: \u003cstrong data-start=\"3684\" data-end=\"3695\"\u003e34.5 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3697\" data-end=\"3713\"\u003eWidth: \u003cstrong data-start=\"3704\" data-end=\"3713\"\u003e42 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3715\" data-end=\"3732\"\u003eDepth: \u003cstrong data-start=\"3722\" data-end=\"3732\"\u003e4.5 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3734\" data-end=\"3866\"\u003eA desirable cabinet-sized painting, perfectly suited to display in a country house, library, office, study or elegant home interior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3868\" data-end=\"3904\"\u003e━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"3dd7rs\" data-start=\"3906\" data-end=\"3921\"\u003e📚 Provenance\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3923\" data-end=\"4035\"\u003eOriginal historical labels remain attached to the reverse, documenting part of the painting's ownership history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4037\" data-end=\"4155\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"4039\" data-end=\"4065\"\u003eHolloway's Auctioneers\u003c\/strong\u003e, Banbury, Oxfordshire, \u003cstrong data-start=\"4089\" data-end=\"4099\"\u003eLot 97\u003c\/strong\u003e, June 2024 (original auction lot label retained verso).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4157\" data-end=\"4199\"\u003e• Original typed collection label reading:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4201\" data-end=\"4290\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"4201\" data-end=\"4239\"\u003e\"Chestnut Arab in the Bombay Stables\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4239\" data-end=\"4242\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"4242\" data-end=\"4266\"\u003eBought from the Anneji\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4266\" data-end=\"4269\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"4269\" data-end=\"4290\"\u003eAnd sold for £980.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4292\" data-end=\"4347\"\u003e• Holloways Fine Art Auction label retained verso.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4349\" data-end=\"4399\"\u003e• Curated by \u003cstrong data-start=\"4362\" data-end=\"4398\"\u003eCheshire Antiques Consultant LTD\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4401\" data-end=\"4550\"\u003eThese original labels accompany the painting and provide an appealing documented ownership history, enhancing both its collectability and provenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4552\" data-end=\"4588\"\u003e━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"1kcm9mh\" data-start=\"4590\" data-end=\"4612\"\u003e⭐ Why You'll Love It\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4614\" data-end=\"4699\"\u003e✅ Beautifully executed Victorian sporting artwork with exceptional decorative appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4701\" data-end=\"4799\"\u003e✅ Magnificent portrait of a Purebred Arabian horse, one of the world's most admired equine breeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4801\" data-end=\"4891\"\u003e✅ Evocative Anglo-Indian historical subject depicting colonial Bombay (modern-day Mumbai).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4893\" data-end=\"4979\"\u003e✅ Painted in the manner of renowned Victorian sporting artist Charles Bilger Spalding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4981\" data-end=\"5129\"\u003e✅ Retains original provenance labels including Holloway's Auctioneers, Southern Shire Fine Art Auction and the original historical collection label.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5131\" data-end=\"5201\"\u003e✅ Presented in a traditional gilt frame and ready to hang immediately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5203\" data-end=\"5326\"\u003e✅ A superb addition for collectors of sporting art, equestrian paintings, Anglo-Indian history and fine Victorian antiques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5328\" data-end=\"5426\"\u003e✅ An elegant statement piece for a country house, library, office, study or refined home interior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5428\" data-end=\"5464\"\u003e━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"ukx1ij\" data-start=\"5466\" 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We invite you to browse our gallery to discover more carefully curated fine antiques, historic paintings and exceptional works of art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6824\" data-end=\"6843\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"6824\" data-end=\"6843\" data-is-last-node=\"\"\u003eHappy shopping!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45428654833917,"sku":"k1279","price":5500.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0201\/2227\/1808\/files\/victorian-oil-painting-purebred-red-chestnut-arab-horse-bombay-stables-india-798577.jpg?v=1720094349"},{"product_id":"oil-painting-portrait-racing-pigeon-champion-edwins-pride-by-andrew-beer","title":"Sporting Oil Painting Portrait Racing Pigeon Champion Edwins Pride By Andrew Beer","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card card-bordered has-mb-16 md-mb-20 lg-mb-30\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card-block\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExperience the beauty and grace of racing pigeons with this stunning oil painting portrait of champion Edwins Pride by Andrew Beer. Expertly crafted with vivid details and hue colorrs, it captures the essence of these magnificent birds. Elevate your space with this masterpiece and admire the ultimate expression of avian athleticism.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImpress your clients \u0026amp; guests with this stunning ornithology racing pigeon masterpiece to display on your office or home wall space. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubject portrait of a champion racing pigeon named Edwins Pride in full side profile facing left, set in Scottish highlands scene background with tall mountains in the distance and loch, above overcast sky set at sunset.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTitle \"Edwins Pride\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOil on board.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet in a new traditional Larson Juhl Florence moulding design decorative gilt frame which has been recently fitted.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCirca mid 20th century dated 1948.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSigned by the known artist Andrew Beer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA nice display size with the frame being 50.5 cm wide and 44.5 cm high.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRacing record inscribed as follows Blue Hen. WHW.40 D.205. Winner of 1st Thurso.472 mls 288 yds. 1948 in Dowlais HS.Vel 647 yds. Also 3rd Carlisle. 3rd Edinburgh 1946. 1st Edinburgh. 2nd Lancaster. 1945 3rd Perth. 1942. 1st Lancaster 1941. 1st Chester. 5th W.N.R.Fed.1st Berwick \u0026amp; 8th Open. Bred and raced by Messrs Richards Bros.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArtist biography William Andrew Beer (1862-1954) was an English artist, known for painting racing pigeons, in oil on canvas, under the working name of Andrew Beer. A racing pigeon enthusiast himself, he was a judge at competitive pigeon shows. Beer had a studio in Eastville, Bristol, to which the pigeons he was to paint were sometimes sent by train, arriving at the nearby Stapleton Road Station. He typically painted pigeons at near life-size, singly or in small groups, in side-on view, against similar backgrounds. He often included text, noting the pigeons' names and achievements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHis works are in the collections of Bristol Museum \u0026amp; Art Gallery, Pontypridd Museum and the Radstock, Midsomer Norton \u0026amp; District Museum Society. He also painted scenes of southern England, which were issued as postcards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvenance private collection in the southern Shires \u0026amp; now in the collection of Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe only select \u0026amp; sell paintings based upon subject, quality \u0026amp; significance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe provide friendly professional exceptional customer service.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWith hanging thread on the back ready for immediate home display.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition report offered in fine used condition. Having foxing stains also craquelure to the painting surface. 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With exquisite detail and expert craftsmanship, this work of art is a testament to British ornithology and will make a stunning addition to any collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImpress your guests \u0026amp; clients in your home or office with this rather pretty fascinating blue tit masterpiece.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubject ornithology study of a  beautiful cute Eurasian Blue tit bird, which has vibrant colour hues of blue \u0026amp; turquoise, grey, white, light yellow, black \u0026amp; brown. The little bird in side profile is perched on an apple blossom tree hanging onto a lower branch, looking towards the right. Which has a few little dark blue coloured berries \u0026amp; some sparse leaves on.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTitle “Apple Blossom and Blue Tit” by Arthur Wardle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMedium is watercolour \u0026amp; bodycolour on paper, set in a recent white with gold border mount \u0026amp; AR70 protective glass on the front.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSigned in the bottom corner by the known listed British artist Arthur Wardle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA fine rare example of his work particularly as this is a bird study.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet in a recent traditional fancy decorative gilt moulded Larson Julh LJE Item No 123360000 frame.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCirca of the painting 1900 beginning of the 20th century end of the Victorian era.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA nice display size with the frame being 55.5 cm wide and 63.5 cm high.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArtist biography Arthur Wardle (1860-1949) Born in London, aged just sixteen Wardle had a piece displayed at the Royal Academy. His first exhibit was a study of cattle by the River Thames, leading to a lifelong interest in painting animals. In 1880 Wardle lived in Oakley Square, Camden, but artistic success enabled him to move along with his wife to the more upmarket Alma Square in St John's Wood, London in 1892. Wardle loved this area as it was near the zoo, which gave him easy access to study nature help to make him the finest animal artists of his generation. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWardle was prolific until 1936 he exhibited more than 100 works at the Royal Academy, as well as the Society of British Artists at Suffolk Street. He painted a variety of animal subjects with equal skill but his work may be divided into two categories, domestic and exotic; animals from overseas including leopards, polar bears and tigers such as The Deer-Stealer (1915) were painted from sketches that he made at London Zoo. He is considered equally proficient in oils, watercolours and pastels and was elected to the Pastel Society in 1911 and became a member of the Royal Institute of Painters in Water Colours in 1922. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn 1931 he held his first one-man exhibition at the Fine Art Society and in 1935 the Vicar's Gallery put on an exhibition of his work. He also exhibited in Paris. By 1936 Wardle had moved to West London. His career was highly successful and his works continue to be sought after and widely reproduced on postcards, calendars and boxes of chocolates. He remains one of the widely known dog painters of the 19th and 20th centuries. The highest sold price at auction is $510,978 US Dollars for a painting that sold at Christie's in London. 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Rather than adopting the conventions of a formal society portrait, Douglas-Hamilton places the sitter outdoors in practical country clothing alongside a large haltered ram.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe surrounding landscape contains a flock of sheep, two horses and a dark pony, together with agricultural buildings, pasture, trees and hedgerows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis integration of human and animal subjects is particularly relevant to Douglas-Hamilton's wider artistic career, during which portraiture, horses and other animals formed recurring themes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCatalogue Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArtist: Diana Mairi Douglas-Hamilton (1932-2019), later Diana Younger\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTitle: Queen Camilla, Then Camilla Parker Bowles, with a Prize Ram, Horses and Sheep\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDate: 2002\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMedium: Oil on canvas\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGenre: British Portrait, Sporting, Animal and Equestrian Painting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSubject: Woman traditionally identified as Camilla Parker Bowles with ram, flock of sheep, horses and pony\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSignature: Signed and dated \"Diana Douglas-Hamilton 2002\" lower right\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCanvas Dimensions: Approximately 59.7 cm high x 74.9 cm wide (23.5 x 29.5 inches)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFramed Dimensions: 66 cm high x 82 cm wide x 2 cm deep\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrame: Decorative gilt moulded frame\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReverse: Printed Careys Specialist Picture Framers \u0026amp; Mount Cutters label and partially legible historic marking to canvas\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCatalogue Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDouglas-Hamilton has given the ram an unusually commanding position within the painting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShown almost fully in profile, the animal occupies much of the immediate foreground. Its substantial pale fleece contrasts against its dark face and legs, while the halter held by the sitter establishes a direct relationship between the two figures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe woman stands immediately behind the ram and looks outward towards the viewer. Her pink and white striped blouse provides a distinctive chromatic accent against the surrounding greens and muted natural tones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFurther sheep are distributed across the fields, creating a gradual transition from the principal animal portrait into the broader landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo the right, two horses and a dark pony introduce the equestrian component of the composition. Behind them, a range of agricultural or stable buildings creates the middle distance before trees and hedgerows close the horizon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe handling becomes progressively broader away from the foreground. The sitter and ram receive greater descriptive attention, while the distant livestock, vegetation and architecture are more freely articulated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe work consequently brings together several established traditions within British art: portraiture, livestock painting, equestrian art and the pastoral landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts signed date of 2002 places the painting firmly within Douglas-Hamilton's mature late career.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Sitter and Visual Identification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe female sitter is traditionally identified as \u003cstrong\u003eCamilla Parker Bowles, now Queen Camilla\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComparative consideration of photographs of Camilla Parker Bowles from around the beginning of the 21st century provides visual support for the identification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe painted sitter exhibits general characteristics consistent with Camilla's appearance during this period, including the facial proportions, rounded structure of the face, cheek area, hairstyle and colouring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChronology provides further supporting context. Camilla was born on 17 July 1947 and would therefore have been 54 or 55 during 2002. The apparent age of Douglas-Hamilton's sitter is compatible with this timeframe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe informal rural presentation is also noteworthy. The woman is shown in practical clothing surrounded by horses and livestock, corresponding with Camilla's longstanding public association with horses and country life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese observations constitute comparative and contextual evidence rather than documentary identification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen Claydon Auctioneers offered this painting on 18 August 2024, the catalogue described it as \u003cem\u003e\"A farm scene with a woman, sheep and horses \/ ponies.\"\u003c\/em\u003e No sitter was named.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eResearch undertaken subsequently has not presently located a contemporary commission record, artist's inscription, correspondence or exhibition catalogue explicitly identifying Camilla Parker Bowles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe identification is therefore presented as a considered researched interpretation supported by visual likeness, compatible chronology and historical context.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWiltshire and Ray Mill\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCamilla Parker Bowles maintained her private Wiltshire residence at Ray Mill House near Lacock during the period in which Douglas-Hamilton painted this work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePublished descriptions of Ray Mill record substantial grounds and facilities for horses. This provides potentially relevant context for a composition depicting a woman traditionally identified as Camilla within a pastoral and equestrian environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe buildings visible in the painting appear to be agricultural or stable structures and should not be identified as Ray Mill House itself, which has a different architectural character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNor has research presently established through documentation or architectural comparison that the painting was executed anywhere within the Ray Mill estate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe possible Wiltshire and Ray Mill association therefore remains contextual rather than a confirmed identification of the location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnimal Portraiture and the Ram\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe foreground ram deserves particular consideration because its scale and positioning indicate that Douglas-Hamilton regarded the animal as considerably more than incidental livestock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is brought directly before the viewer, haltered and physically presented by the sitter. The remainder of the flock occupies a much less prominent position deeper within the landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis approach corresponds well with Douglas-Hamilton's documented interest in individual animal and equestrian subjects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCamilla's own interest in sheep is independently documented at a later date. Contemporary reporting in 2007 recorded that the then Prince Charles presented her with a rare-breed ram and ewe for her 60th birthday.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the present work is securely dated 2002, those particular animals cannot appear in this composition. The later episode nevertheless provides useful biographical context concerning Camilla's interest in livestock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe identity and ownership of the animals within the painting remain unconfirmed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Artist\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiana Mairi Douglas-Hamilton (1932-2019), subsequently Diana Younger, was a British artist whose career encompassed portraiture, animal painting, equestrian subjects and sculpture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShe studied Drawing and Painting at Edinburgh College of Art between 1949 and 1953. Among her teachers were Sir William Gillies and Sir William MacTaggart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHer artistic practice subsequently expanded across oils, watercolours, pastels and sculpture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDouglas-Hamilton had a longstanding personal involvement with horses. Published biographical accounts record her as a rider and as an owner and breeder of horses and ponies, providing an important background to the equestrian and animal subjects found throughout her work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHer known output includes portraits and sporting compositions. A collaborative work with Leesa Sandys-Lumsdaine depicting Anne, Duchess of Westminster with the racehorses \u003cem\u003eLast Suspect\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eBallyross\u003c\/em\u003e provides independent evidence of Douglas-Hamilton's involvement with equestrian portraiture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePublished biographical accounts additionally record work undertaken for Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExecuted when Douglas-Hamilton was approximately seventy, the present painting belongs to the mature later phase of her career and combines several subjects central to her artistic practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShe died in 2019 aged 87.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCareys, Specialist Picture Framers \u0026amp; Mount Cutters\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA surviving printed trade label on the reverse records:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareys\u003cbr\u003eSpecialist Picture Framers \u0026amp; Mount Cutters\u003cbr\u003e12 Castle Close\u003cbr\u003eWing\u003cbr\u003eLeighton Buzzard\u003cbr\u003eBeds. LU7 0TD\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrade-directory evidence independently records Careys as a picture-framing business at this address.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe label provides a useful physical record of the painting's framing or handling history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt has not presently been possible to establish when Careys handled the painting, and consequently the label cannot be used to date the frame specifically to 2002.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA further faint marking is present on the reverse of the canvas. This appears to represent a historic manufacturer's or supplier's mark but is not sufficiently legible for a confident transcription.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProvenance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClaydon Auctioneers, Middle Claydon, Buckinghamshire, \u003cem\u003eTwo Day Antiques, Collectables, Paintings \u0026amp; Prints Auction\u003c\/em\u003e, 18 August 2024, Lot 1688.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCatalogued as:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Diana Douglas Hamilton (1932-2019), Oil on canvas, A farm scene with a woman, sheep and horses \/ ponies. Signed and dated 2002 lower right.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAcquired from the above sale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSubsequently researched and curated by Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD®.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExhibition History\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo documented exhibition history for this painting has presently been identified.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCanvas:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproximately 59.7 cm high x 74.9 cm wide\u003cbr\u003e23.5 inches high x 29.5 inches wide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFramed:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e66 cm high x 82 cm wide x 2 cm deep\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition Report\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood used condition consistent with age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe painted surface remains generally well preserved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScattered minor age-related surface marks and localised surface irregularities are visible, including small raised or textured areas particularly noticeable within lighter passages and sections of the sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMinor surface dirt and marks are consistent with age and previous display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe decorative gilt frame displays general wear, including scuffs, scratches and other age-related marks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe reverse has normal signs of previous handling and age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo claim is made that the painting or frame has undergone conservation treatment unless specifically stated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease examine all photographs carefully as they form an integral part of the condition report.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorldwide shipping is available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe painting will be professionally packed with appropriate consideration given to the oil-on-canvas support and decorative gilt frame. Insured delivery can be arranged according to destination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertificate of Sale \u0026amp; Dealer Attribution\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe artwork will be supplied with a Certificate of Sale \u0026amp; Dealer Attribution issued by Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD®, recording the artwork’s catalogue details, attribution, provenance as stated, and details of the sale. This document accompanies the work as part of its ongoing ownership and provenance record.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAttribution and Research\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe historical observations, provenance research, attribution analysis and contextual commentary presented within this catalogue entry represent the professional opinion of Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD®. They are offered in good faith as informed scholarly assessments based upon the available evidence, comparative research, published reference material and our experience within the international fine art market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese observations should be understood as professional opinions rather than definitive statements of fact or guarantees of authorship, attribution, date, origin, provenance or historical interpretation. As with all historic works of art, future documentary discoveries, technical examination, conservation analysis or advances in academic research may refine, expand or revise current interpretations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCheshire Antiques Consultant LTD®\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecialising in carefully curated British and European fine art, antiques and historic works of art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery artwork is professionally researched and catalogued using comparative scholarship, published reference material and more than two decades of experience within the international fine art market. We are committed to offering collectors works of artistic and historical merit accompanied by transparent provenance research, detailed catalogue descriptions and professional, client-focused service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdditional photographs and further information are available upon request.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45630620434685,"sku":"k1351","price":2950.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0201\/2227\/1808\/files\/oil-painting-camilla-parker-bowles-wiltshire-farm-prized-sheep-horses-434485.jpg?v=1725814055"},{"product_id":"oil-painting-longhorn-cattle-west-scottish-highlands-by-gustave-de-brianski","title":"Oil Painting Longhorn Cattle West Scottish Highlands By Gustave De Brianski","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis large Victorian oil painting depicts longhorn cattle in the West Scottish Highlands. Painted by Gustave De Brianski in the 19th century, this piece captures the beauty and majesty of these iconic animals. 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A winding loch is to the right, The water is lighter towards the bottom right \u0026amp; gets darker further back with light shimmering on the surface creating a chiaroscuro effect light todark which is brilliant. Having such broad perspective detail this calming scene.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOil on canvas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArtist biography Gustave de Breanski was a British 19th Century painter who was born in the mid 19th century during the Victorian era in the circa year of 1856. His father was originally from Eastern Europe \u0026amp; moved to England. He was brought up near the banks of the river Thames in the  London borough of Greenwich.  He also had a known younger artist brother Alfred De Breanski who painted mainly landscape scenes. Gustave’s passion was painting mainly marine nautical paintings. He was known to have exhibited at the Royal Academy during the 4th quarter of the 19th century. Also at the Royal Society of British Artists.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBreanski's paintings have been exhibited and sold at galleries and auction houses around the world, the current highest sold price is $23,341 US Dollars. Gustave’s passion was painting mainly marine nautical paintings. He was known to have exhibited at the Royal Academy during the 4th quarter of the 19th century. He painted remote scenes of around the United Kingdom \u0026amp; especially around Scotland, using his own distinct style of vastness with perspective. He focuses on the surface appearance, along with the radiance of his use of light creating a chiaroscuro effect on the water and sky. His landscapes are rare \u0026amp; even more sought after. He flourished as an artist between 1880 and 1892, he died towards the end of the 19th century in around 1898.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvenance Private collection from the vendor in East Sussex \u0026amp; Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuch a delightful historical scene to the eye. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHighly sought after due to the collectible nature of honeypot scenic landscape subject matter such elaborate detail. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWith hanging thread on the back ready for immediate home wall display. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncredible conversation piece for your guests. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe only select \u0026amp; sell paintings based upon subject, quality \u0026amp; significance. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe provide our clients with friendly professional customer service. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition report. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOffered in fine used condition. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront painting surface is in good overall order. 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Featuring two ducks flying away, this sporting game scene captures the grace and beauty of the natural world. Perfect for any art lover, this masterpiece is a true testament to the elegance of the Victorian era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImpress your clients \u0026amp; guests in your office or home with this ornitholgical wildlife nature study.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTitle “Two Flying Ducks” by Thomas Blinks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubject ornithology animal bird study of two birds mallard ducks in mid flight, vibrant hue colours of brown, white, purple \u0026amp; orange which stand out. 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The composition is both dramatic and modern: the hounds are isolated against a restrained, neutral background, giving the work a clean, architectural presence and strong interior impact. Executed with exceptional realism and sensitivity, the painting combines traditional British sporting subject matter with a contemporary gallery-style presentation, making it equally suited to classic country-house interiors or modern architectural spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"946\" data-start=\"943\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"979\" data-start=\"948\"\u003e🎨 Composition \u0026amp; Technique\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1086\" data-start=\"980\"\u003ePalmer uses a close-cropped composition that brings the viewer directly into the presence of the hounds:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1578\" data-start=\"1087\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1172\" data-start=\"1087\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1172\" data-start=\"1089\"\u003eThe heads and shoulders dominate the canvas, creating scale, immediacy, and power\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1265\" data-start=\"1173\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1265\" data-start=\"1175\"\u003eThe simplified background isolates the forms, making the dogs read almost like sculpture\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1385\" data-start=\"1266\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1385\" data-start=\"1268\"\u003eThe anatomy and coat textures are handled with remarkable accuracy, with subtle transitions of fur, skin, and light\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1478\" data-start=\"1386\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1478\" data-start=\"1388\"\u003eOverlapping forms create rhythm and unity across the group, reinforcing the pack dynamic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1578\" data-start=\"1479\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1578\" data-start=\"1481\"\u003eThe painting reads strongly from across the room and rewards close inspection with fine realism\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1583\" data-start=\"1580\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1627\" data-start=\"1585\"\u003e🧑🎨 About the Artist – Vicky Palmer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2014\" data-start=\"1628\"\u003eVicky Palmer is a well-established British contemporary animal and sporting artist, particularly known for hounds, dogs, livestock, and rural animal subjects. She trained in the South West of England and later worked as a graphic designer before committing full-time to fine art. Now based in the Wiltshire countryside, she draws daily inspiration from rural life and working animals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2071\" data-start=\"2016\"\u003eCareer highlights associated with the artist include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2403\" data-start=\"2072\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2100\" data-start=\"2072\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2100\" data-start=\"2074\"\u003eWorks in oil and acrylic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2166\" data-start=\"2101\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2166\" data-start=\"2103\"\u003eWinner of the Trilogy Award from the Society of Women Artists\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2245\" data-start=\"2167\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2245\" data-start=\"2169\"\u003eExhibits in London and Wiltshire, and at Country Life and animal art fairs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2331\" data-start=\"2246\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2331\" data-start=\"2248\"\u003eWorks held in private collections, including by Alan Titchmarsh and Lady McAlpine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2403\" data-start=\"2332\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2403\" data-start=\"2334\"\u003eSold via galleries and auction houses in the UK and internationally\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2633\" data-start=\"2405\"\u003eHer distinctive style often removes animals from their usual environment and places them into simplified or neutral settings, giving her work a modern, gallery-led aesthetic while retaining traditional draftsmanship and realism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2638\" data-start=\"2635\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2671\" data-start=\"2640\"\u003e🏰 About the Berkeley Hunt\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3038\" data-start=\"2672\"\u003eThe Berkeley Hunt is one of England’s oldest and most historically important foxhound packs, based in Gloucestershire. Hounds have been kept at Berkeley Castle since the 12th century, originally for stag and buck, and since the 18th century for foxhunting. The hunt’s country lies between Gloucester and Bristol and covers both hill country and the Vale of Berkeley.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"3043\" data-start=\"3040\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"3087\" data-start=\"3045\"\u003e📜 Historical \u0026amp; Artistic Significance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3512\" data-start=\"3088\"\u003eThis painting sits within the great tradition of British sporting and animal art, yet feels distinctly contemporary. The subject is classic hunt portraiture, but the neutral, simplified setting and modern cropping give it a museum-like, gallery-forward presence. Large, high-quality contemporary hound paintings connected to historic packs such as Berkeley are increasingly sought after by collectors and interior designers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"3517\" data-start=\"3514\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"3536\" data-start=\"3519\"\u003e✍️ Signature\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3652\" data-start=\"3537\"\u003eSigned by the artist Vicky Palmer (visible on the front).\u003cbr data-end=\"3597\" data-start=\"3594\"\u003eLabel verso: “Vicky Palmer Fine Art – Berkeley Goblin”.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"3657\" data-start=\"3654\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"3674\" data-start=\"3659\"\u003e🪞 Framing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3861\" data-start=\"3675\"\u003ePresented in a high-quality contemporary white wood frame, professionally assembled using conservation materials (verso labels present from Whitewall \/ DeMontfort \/ Clarendon Galleries).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"3866\" data-start=\"3863\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"3880\" data-start=\"3868\"\u003e📏 Size\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3966\" data-start=\"3881\"\u003eFramed size: 117 cm high x 117 cm wide x 4.5 cm deep.\u003cbr data-end=\"3937\" data-start=\"3934\"\u003eA true statement-scale piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"3971\" data-start=\"3968\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"3991\" data-start=\"3973\"\u003e🧾 Provenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4182\" data-start=\"3992\"\u003eArtist’s studio label verso.\u003cbr data-end=\"4023\" data-start=\"4020\"\u003eSubsequently sold via a notable Greater London (Ruislip) auction house, Adam Partridge.\u003cbr data-end=\"4128\" data-start=\"4125\"\u003eIn the collection of Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"4187\" data-start=\"4184\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"4216\" data-start=\"4189\"\u003e🖼️ Exhibition History\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4548\" data-start=\"4217\"\u003eWhile no specific exhibition label is attached to this individual painting, the artist is a regular exhibitor with the Society of Women Artists, in London and Wiltshire galleries, and at Country Life and animal art fairs. The professional framing and presentation are entirely consistent with exhibited gallery works by the artist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"4553\" data-start=\"4550\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"4581\" data-start=\"4555\"\u003e💚 Why You’ll Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5027\" data-start=\"4582\"\u003e✅ True statement size – transforms a wall instantly\u003cbr data-end=\"4636\" data-start=\"4633\"\u003e✅ Museum-style, contemporary presentation with strong architectural impact\u003cbr data-end=\"4713\" data-start=\"4710\"\u003e✅ Beautifully observed, high-realism foxhound portraiture\u003cbr data-end=\"4773\" data-start=\"4770\"\u003e✅ Powerful sense of tension and focus “on scent”\u003cbr data-end=\"4824\" data-start=\"4821\"\u003e✅ Connected to one of England’s most historic hunts, the Berkeley Hunt\u003cbr data-end=\"4897\" data-start=\"4894\"\u003e✅ Works equally well in classic country-house interiors and modern spaces\u003cbr data-end=\"4973\" data-start=\"4970\"\u003e✅ Ready to hang, professionally framed and presented\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"5032\" data-start=\"5029\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"5058\" data-start=\"5034\"\u003e🔍 Condition Report\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5100\" data-start=\"5059\"\u003eOffered in very good overall condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"5391\" data-start=\"5101\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"5146\" data-start=\"5101\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5146\" data-start=\"5103\"\u003eThe painted surface is in excellent order\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"5391\" data-start=\"5147\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5391\" data-start=\"5149\"\u003eThe frame shows minor wear, scuffs, and small handling marks consistent with use\u003cbr data-end=\"5232\" data-start=\"5229\"\u003ePlease note: the photographs form an integral part of the description and condition report and should be consulted carefully as part of the overall assessment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"5396\" data-start=\"5393\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"cde53e37-bf08-4d06-961b-09bec3cdfbee\" dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-1-thinking\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[1px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group\/thread-bottom-container relative isolate z-10 w-full basis-auto has-data-has-thread-error:pt-2 has-data-has-thread-error:[box-shadow:var(--sharp-edge-bottom-shadow)] md:border-transparent md:pt-0 dark:border-white\/20 md:dark:border-transparent content-fade single-line flex flex-col\" 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data-end=\"275\"\u003e Mixed Media by Peter Jepson\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"328\" data-end=\"331\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"333\" data-end=\"793\"\u003e📜 \u003cstrong data-start=\"336\" data-end=\"356\"\u003eSubject \u0026amp; Medium\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"356\" data-end=\"359\"\u003eThis powerful and captivating mixed media painting features a \u003cstrong data-start=\"421\" data-end=\"460\"\u003emajestic wild African bull elephant\u003c\/strong\u003e, tusks gleaming, standing poised in tall golden savannah grass — just moments before the charge. Created using \u003cstrong data-start=\"572\" data-end=\"611\"\u003eoil pastel and watercolour on paper\u003c\/strong\u003e, backed with board and protected under glass, this circa 1999 work delivers both striking visual impact and exquisite fine detail, masterfully blending realism with rich atmosphere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"795\" data-end=\"798\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"800\" data-end=\"1160\"\u003e🎨 \u003cstrong data-start=\"803\" data-end=\"830\"\u003eComposition \u0026amp; Technique\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"830\" data-end=\"833\"\u003eThe composition places you directly in the elephant’s path, conveying its immense scale and raw energy. Peter Jepson expertly balances \u003cstrong data-start=\"968\" data-end=\"996\"\u003edeep greys and charcoals\u003c\/strong\u003e in the elephant’s textured hide with \u003cstrong data-start=\"1034\" data-end=\"1061\"\u003esoft golden earth tones\u003c\/strong\u003e in the grasses, set against a sky alive with \u003cstrong data-start=\"1107\" data-end=\"1123\"\u003evibrant blue\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"1128\" data-end=\"1157\"\u003eominous dark storm clouds\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1162\" data-end=\"1533\"\u003eHis \u003cstrong data-start=\"1166\" data-end=\"1200\"\u003ebrushwork and pastel technique\u003c\/strong\u003e are dynamic and refined: delicate, fine lines bring out the intricate grasses, while bold, expressive strokes shape the elephant’s commanding form. 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Although he began in oils, Jepson developed his own distinctive mixed-media technique blending pastels and watercolours. Known for his passion for wildlife, Jepson was elected to the \u003cstrong data-start=\"2059\" data-end=\"2090\"\u003eBritish Society of Painters\u003c\/strong\u003e (1990), joined the \u003cstrong data-start=\"2110\" data-end=\"2134\"\u003eFine Art Trade Guild\u003c\/strong\u003e (1992), and was later recognized as a \u003cstrong data-start=\"2173\" data-end=\"2209\"\u003eFellow of the Society of Artists\u003c\/strong\u003e. His works have exhibited internationally — including in New York — and sold through prestigious houses like Christie’s, London. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2392\" data-end=\"2395\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2397\" data-end=\"2686\"\u003e🖼 \u003cstrong data-start=\"2400\" data-end=\"2417\"\u003eFrame Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2417\" data-end=\"2420\"\u003eThe painting is housed in its \u003cstrong data-start=\"2450\" data-end=\"2489\"\u003eoriginal elegant contemporary frame\u003c\/strong\u003e, featuring a refined cream-textured mat with a delicate gold inner trim, enhancing the painting’s depth and sophistication. Its timeless style makes it ideal for both modern and classic interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2688\" data-end=\"2691\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2693\" data-end=\"2719\"\u003e📏 \u003cstrong data-start=\"2696\" data-end=\"2717\"\u003eFramed Dimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2720\" data-end=\"2870\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2720\" data-end=\"2742\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2722\" data-end=\"2742\"\u003eWidth: \u003cstrong data-start=\"2729\" data-end=\"2740\"\u003e88.5 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2743\" data-end=\"2764\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2745\" data-end=\"2764\"\u003eHeight: \u003cstrong data-start=\"2753\" data-end=\"2762\"\u003e70 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2765\" data-end=\"2870\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2767\" data-end=\"2870\"\u003eDepth: \u003cstrong data-start=\"2774\" data-end=\"2784\"\u003e2.7 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2784\" data-end=\"2787\"\u003eA truly impressive display piece, perfect for making a bold statement in any space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2872\" data-end=\"2875\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2877\" data-end=\"3130\"\u003e📜 \u003cstrong data-start=\"2880\" data-end=\"2894\"\u003eProvenance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2894\" data-end=\"2897\"\u003eThis work comes with the \u003cstrong data-start=\"2922\" data-end=\"2964\"\u003eoriginal Peter Jepson exhibition label\u003c\/strong\u003e (dated September 29, 1999, Norfolk), notable auction provenance, and documentation from Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3132\" data-end=\"3135\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3137\" data-end=\"3522\"\u003e❤️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"3140\" data-end=\"3162\"\u003eWhy You’ll Love It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3162\" data-end=\"3165\"\u003e✅ A breathtaking tribute to the majesty of African wildlife\u003cbr data-start=\"3224\" data-end=\"3227\"\u003e✅ Created by a respected British artist in the traditional inspired style of after David Shepherd\u003cbr data-start=\"3301\" data-end=\"3304\"\u003e✅ Lifelike detail combined with rich atmosphere and commanding presence\u003cbr data-start=\"3375\" data-end=\"3378\"\u003e✅ A powerful conversation piece for your home, office, or collection\u003cbr data-start=\"3446\" data-end=\"3449\"\u003e✅ A timeless quality artwork celebrating the spirit of the wild\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3524\" data-end=\"3527\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3529\" data-end=\"3777\"\u003e🔎 \u003cstrong data-start=\"3532\" data-end=\"3545\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3545\" data-end=\"3548\"\u003eThe painting surface is in \u003cstrong data-start=\"3575\" data-end=\"3598\"\u003eexcellent condition\u003c\/strong\u003e. The frame shows minor wear consistent with age — including light scuffs, small stains, and minor chips — adding authentic character without detracting from the artwork’s beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3552\" data-end=\"3555\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3557\" data-end=\"3669\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003e🌍 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3560\" data-end=\"3592\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003eWorldwide \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003eShipping \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003eAvailable\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3592\" data-end=\"3595\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003eProfessionally \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003epackaged \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003eand \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003efully \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003einsured \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003efor \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003esafe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003einternational \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003edelivery.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3496\" data-end=\"3560\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003e🖼️ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3361\" data-start=\"3294\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003eAvailable \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003eexclusively \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003ethrough \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003eCheshire \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003eAntiques \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003eConsultant \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003eLTD\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3496\" data-end=\"3560\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3361\" data-start=\"3294\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003e📩 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eInquire now to secure this unique piece\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51637694333306,"sku":"k1373","price":5000.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0201\/2227\/1808\/files\/large-painting-african-bull-elephant-kruger-national-park-follower-of-david-shepherd-479684.jpg?v=1727003452"},{"product_id":"highland-horned-cow-painting-mcmoo-with-garden-insects-by-jennifer-hogwood","title":"Highland Horned Cow Painting McMoo With Garden Insects By Jennifer Hogwood","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe beautiful and unique Highland Horned Cow Painting McMoo by Jennifer Hogwood showcases the artist's talent for capturing nature and its inhabitants. The addition of colorful garden insects adds a whimsical touch to this stunning piece. A must-have for any art lover or animal enthusiast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubject front profile portrait of a beautiful charming of a hairy McMoo Highland female cow, she has a daisy flower in her mouth, a bumble bee has took off and is flying away from the daisy, above a snail on her horn, on her other horn a ladybird along with 3 ants are crawling along. Lower down a colony of ants are climbing up her hairy side coat, on her other flank low down a sole ladybird is climbing down. Above a bright blue clear sky which has diamon dust sprinkled around. With further luminescent enhancements to the cows lower central area.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTitle “Moo's Garden Friends” By Jennifer Hogwood. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou will love the different hue colours tan, white, blue, yellow, black \u0026amp; red in this exceptional work of art.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMedium is acyrlic on canvas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet in recent Larson Julh baroque moulding white lacquer scoop profile design \u003cspan\u003eRadiata Pine wood \u003c\/span\u003eframe, the frame enhances this work even further.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize of the frame being 67 cm wide and 67 cm high.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSigned by the known British artist Jennifer Hogwood.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCirca 21st century.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe known \u0026amp; loved British contemporary artist Jennifer Hogwood summons her subjects to life on canvas. Her artworks are so vibrant with spirited positive energy, they show her own style of kaleidoscope strokes and hue colours that stand out. Jennifer gained notoriety with her adorable McMoos. McMoos are so beautiful and delightfully happy characters, the purpose is to make you smile. The McMoos have such witty charm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHer works explore her most cherished subject in the same portrait-form, she showcases her adored animals in enigmatic technicolour to vibrant monochrome. She working with fast drying acrylics also adding luminescent enhancements, Jenifer has admitted that her studio is anything but tidy, as she works with brushes also using her fingers, she combines expressionism with abstraction in contemporary form. Diamond dust is exquisite. Gold and silver leaf is another she loves to use. She really likes the difference between natural \u0026amp; glamorous. She has a casual approach to life, her normal working day is so carefully timetabled as he only paints between 9am to 6pm. Jennifer also likes working with the sound of Talk radio going on in her studio background. After work her hobby is running and yoga to help her relax. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvenance artist own label \u0026amp; title verso \u0026amp; in collection of Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWith hanging thread on the back ready for immediate home wall display. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncredible conversation piece for your guests. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe only select \u0026amp; sell paintings based upon subject, quality \u0026amp; significance. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe provide our clients with friendly professional customer service. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition report. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOffered in fine used condition. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront painting surface in great overall order. The frame has some imperfections \u0026amp; tiny stain marks commensurate with being handmade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternational buyers worldwide shipping is available.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheckout our exciting other available Fine Art, antiques \u0026amp; collectibles in our shop gallery, happy shopping. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions in centimetres of the frame\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHigh (67 cm)\u003cbr\u003eWide (67 cm)\u003cbr\u003eDepth thickness of frame (5 cm)\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51646022615418,"sku":"k1380","price":2000.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0201\/2227\/1808\/files\/highland-horned-cow-oil-painting-mcmoo-with-garden-insects-by-jennifer-hogwood-301168.jpg?v=1727675520"},{"product_id":"🐆-african-leopard-oil-painting-wildlife-realism-follower-pip-mcgarry","title":"🐆 African Leopard Oil Painting Wildlife Realism Follower Pip McGarry","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"86\" data-end=\"165\"\u003e🐆 \u003cstrong data-start=\"93\" data-end=\"165\"\u003eAfrican Leopard Oil Painting – Signed 1990s British Wildlife Realism\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"167\" data-end=\"170\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"172\" data-end=\"216\"\u003e🎯 Subject \u0026amp; Medium\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"217\" data-end=\"507\"\u003eAn arresting and beautifully executed \u003cstrong data-start=\"255\" data-end=\"280\"\u003eoriginal oil on board\u003c\/strong\u003e painting, titled \u003cstrong data-start=\"298\" data-end=\"363\"\u003e“Leopard in Wilderness – Masai Mara National Reserve, Kenya,”\u003c\/strong\u003e created during the \u003cstrong data-start=\"383\" data-end=\"392\"\u003e1990s\u003c\/strong\u003e by British artist \u003cstrong data-start=\"411\" data-end=\"425\"\u003eC. 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data-start=\"3552\" data-end=\"3555\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3557\" data-end=\"3669\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003e🌍 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3560\" data-end=\"3592\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003eWorldwide \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003eShipping \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003eAvailable\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3592\" data-end=\"3595\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003eProfessionally \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003epackaged \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003eand \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003efully \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003einsured \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003efor \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003esafe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003einternational \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003edelivery.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3496\" data-end=\"3560\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003e🖼️ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3361\" data-start=\"3294\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003eAvailable \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003eexclusively \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003ethrough \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003eCheshire \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003eAntiques \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003eConsultant \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003eLTD\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3496\" data-end=\"3560\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3361\" data-start=\"3294\"\u003e\u003cspan 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