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Circle of Philip Reinagle a Pair of Oil on Board Ornithological Studies - Merlin and Their Prey’
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Circle of Philip Reinagle a Pair of Oil on Board Ornithological Studies - Merlin and Their Prey’

19th century
Sold 30 November 2025 · The English Interior
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CIRCLE OF PHILIP REINAGLE A PAIR OF OIL ON BOARD ORNITHOLOGICAL STUDIES - 'MERLIN AND THEIR PREY’

A fine and richly coloured pair of ornithological oil on board studs of Merlin and their prey by an artist in the circle of Philip Reinagle RA

Two majestic birds sit poised upon rocky outcrop within an extensive landscape.

Highly detailed and well executed, their colours fresh and vibrant. Rare in their subject matter both housed in their original gilt swept frames.

Philip Reinagle RA (1749 – 27 November 1833) was an English painter of animals, landscapes, and botanical scenes. The son of a Hungarian musician living in Edinburgh Reinagle came to London in 1763 and after serving an apprenticeship, later became a member of the Royal Academy

Each work measures 15cm x 22cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
15cm (5.91")
Width
22.5cm (8.86")
Depth
4cm (1.57")
Declaration

The English Interior has dated this Antique Ornithological Painting to the Victorian era.

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SA1181854
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CIRCLE OF PHILIP REINAGLE A PAIR OF OIL ON BOARD ORNITHOLOGICAL STUDIES - 'MERLIN AND THEIR PREY’
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A fine and richly coloured pair of ornithological oil on board studs of Merlin and their prey by an artist in the circle of Philip Reinagle RA.
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fig 1. A pair of framed antique oil paintings depicting birds of prey in ornate gold frames.
fig 1. Circle of Philip Reinagle a Pair of Oil on Board Ornithological Studies - Merlin and Their Prey’

Two majestic birds sit poised upon rocky outcrop within an extensive landscape.

Highly detailed and well executed, their colours fresh and vibrant. Rare in their subject matter both housed in their original gilt swept frames.

fig 2. A pair of framed antique oil paintings depicting birds of prey in ornate gold frames.
fig 2. Circle of Philip Reinagle a Pair of Oil on Board Ornithological Studies - Merlin and Their Prey’

Philip Reinagle RA (1749 – 27 November 1833) was an English painter of animals, landscapes, and botanical scenes. The son of a Hungarian musician living in Edinburgh Reinagle came to London in 1763 and after serving an apprenticeship, later became a member of the Royal Academy

Each work measures 15cm x 22cm

Height
15cm (5.91")
Width
22.5cm (8.86")
Depth
4cm (1.57")
Date of Manufacture

The English Interior has dated this Antique Ornithological Painting to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1181854
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Circle of Philip Reinagle a Pair of Oil on Board Ornithological Studies - Merlin and Their Prey’

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The Duke of Somersets House
Kirkgate
Tadcaster
North Yorkshire
LS24 9AD
United Kingdom

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A pair of framed antique oil paintings depicting birds of prey in ornate gold frames.
CIRCLE OF PHILIP REINAGLE A PAIR OF OIL ON BOARD ORNITHOLOGICAL STUDIES - MERLIN AND THEIR PREY’
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A pair of framed antique oil paintings depicting birds of prey in ornate gold frames.
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  • ObjectPaintings
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialOil paint, board, wood, gilt gesso
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsBirds of prey, Gilt scrollwork frame, Naturalistic landscape background
  • SizeH 15 cm (6 in) x W 22.5 cm (9 in) x D 4 cm (2 in)

Ornithological paintings are detailed artistic representations of birds, which gained significant scientific and artistic popularity during the 18th and 19th centuries as natural history exploration expanded.

Artists typically utilised oil paint applied to prepared wooden panels, canvas, or board, housed within heavily carved and gilded wooden frames.

Authentication involves examining the ageing of the pigments, the construction and wear of the backing board, frame construction techniques, and stylistic consistency with the period.

These pieces work effectively as focal points in traditional or transitional spaces, often hung in pairs or groupings to create a curated gallery wall effect.

Maintain stable relative humidity and temperature away from direct sunlight, and avoid using liquid cleaners on either the painted surface or the gilt frame.
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