21st Feb, 2024 10:00
Country House Sale
94
After George Stubbs (British, 1724-1806)
'Mares and Foals in a River Landscape', oil on canvas, signed Walter Williams to the lower left, 60cm x 90cm
Note: The original of this piece was completed c. 1763-68 and is currently on view at Tate Britain (Historic and Modern British Art: The Exhibition Age: 1760-1815). 'Mare and Foals in a River Landscape' is part of a group of paintings of the same subject, mostly produced between 1760 and 1769. The paintings were completed for various aristocratic patrons and were studies of specific mares that were famous for their success in racing or for being the mares of successful racehorses.
Sold for £260
Estimated at £100 - £200
After George Stubbs (British, 1724-1806)
'Mares and Foals in a River Landscape', oil on canvas, signed Walter Williams to the lower left, 60cm x 90cm
Note: The original of this piece was completed c. 1763-68 and is currently on view at Tate Britain (Historic and Modern British Art: The Exhibition Age: 1760-1815). 'Mare and Foals in a River Landscape' is part of a group of paintings of the same subject, mostly produced between 1760 and 1769. The paintings were completed for various aristocratic patrons and were studies of specific mares that were famous for their success in racing or for being the mares of successful racehorses.
With craquelure and small losses. With signs of wear consistent with age and use. Evidence of an old label on the back of the frame. Canvas stretchers with natural imperfections of the wood.
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Auction: Country House Sale, 21st Feb, 2024
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Monday 19th February 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 20th February 10am - 5pm
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