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George Stubbs "Racehorses" Four Engravings Dated 1794
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George Stubbs "Racehorses" Four Engravings Dated 1794

19th century
Sold 10 March 2025 · McTague of Harrogate
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Description

This group of four racehorses after George Stubbs "Protector", "Anvil", Sweetbrier" and "Sweetwilliam" each measure 16"x 20" and are mounted and framed giving a size of 24"x 28" for each engraving. They were engraved by George Townly Stubbs and each is inscribed below the image "London Published 1794 by Messrs. Stubbs, Turf Gallery, Conduit Street". Good early states, part printed in colours and finished by hand. A fine and very decorative group of Stubbs Racehorses.

Free delivery mainland UK, please call Paul 07885 108190 for further information.

Date of Manufacture

McTague of Harrogate has dated these George Stubbs Horse Engravings to the 1800s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
61cm (24.02")
Width
71cm (27.95")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Reference Numbers
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SA1084295
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Please note the shop is now open by appointment.

Free delivery mainland UK on any item.

Please telephone Paul 07885 108190

Description
This group of four racehorses after George Stubbs "Protector", "Anvil", Sweetbrier" and "Sweetwilliam" each measure 16"x 20" and are mounted and framed giving a size of 24"x 28" for each engraving.
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They were engraved by George Townly Stubbs and each is inscribed below the image "London Published 1794 by Messrs.
McTague of Harrogate

Stubbs, Turf Gallery, Conduit Street". Good early states, part printed in colours and finished by hand. A fine and very decorative group of Stubbs Racehorses.

Free delivery mainland UK, please call Paul 07885 108190 for further information.

Date of Manufacture

McTague of Harrogate has dated these George Stubbs Horse Engravings to the 1800s.

Height
61cm (24.02")
Width
71cm (27.95")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1084295
McTague of Harrogate
McTague of Harrogate
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2011

Mctague of harrogate are yorkshire based dealers in old pictures. Please see website mctague.co.uk

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the McTague of Harrogate Profile Page

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McTague of Harrogate is a registered member of BADA 

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Four framed antique equestrian engravings depicting racehorses in pastoral landscapes, arranged in a grid pattern. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I Four framed antique equestrian engravings depicting racehorses in pastoral landscapes, arranged in a grid pattern. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

George Stubbs "Racehorses" Four Engravings Dated 1794

Archive II Four framed antique equestrian engravings depicting racehorses in pastoral landscapes, arranged in a grid pattern. View II
Archive III Four framed antique equestrian engravings depicting racehorses in pastoral landscapes, arranged in a grid pattern. View III
Archive IV Four framed antique equestrian engravings depicting racehorses in pastoral landscapes, arranged in a grid pattern. View IV
Archive V Four framed antique equestrian engravings depicting racehorses in pastoral landscapes, arranged in a grid pattern. View V
Archive VI Four framed antique equestrian engravings depicting racehorses in pastoral landscapes, arranged in a grid pattern. View VI
Archive VII Four framed antique equestrian engravings depicting racehorses in pastoral landscapes, arranged in a grid pattern. View VII
Archive VIII Four framed antique equestrian engravings depicting racehorses in pastoral landscapes, arranged in a grid pattern. View VIII
Archive IX Four framed antique equestrian engravings depicting racehorses in pastoral landscapes, arranged in a grid pattern. View IX
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McTague of Harrogate

McTague of Harrogate
Telephone 07885 108190
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North Yorkshire
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Four framed antique equestrian engravings depicting racehorses in pastoral landscapes, arranged in a grid pattern.
George Stubbs "Racehorses" four engravings dated 1794
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Four framed antique equestrian engravings depicting racehorses in pastoral landscapes, arranged in a grid pattern.
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  • ObjectWall Art
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialPaper, Wood, Glass
  • ColourMulticoloured
  • MotifsEquine subjects, Pastoral landscapes, Hatched shading, Moulded frames
  • SizeH 61 cm (24 in) x W 71 cm (28 in) x D 3 cm (1 in)

FAQs

Eighteenth-century sporting prints often reproduced famous paintings of horses, hounds, and field sports, capturing the agrarian and aristocratic interests of the Georgian era.

Traditional engravings were typically produced by incising designs onto copper plates using burins, then hand-pulled onto laid or wove paper, occasionally with subsequent hand-colouring.

Authentic period pieces exhibit plate marks, appropriate paper ageing, watermark characteristics, and printing ink consistency distinct from modern photomechanical reproductions.

These framed works pair effectively with traditional timber furniture, neutral walls, and layered lighting to create a refined, classic focal point in studies or reception rooms.

Preservation requires framing with acid-free materials, UV-filtering glass, and positioning away from direct sunlight and excessive humidity to prevent paper degradation and fading.
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