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Imposing Oil Painting Still Life Game Circle of Benjamin Blake
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Imposing Oil Painting Still Life Game Circle of Benjamin Blake

19th century
Description

A finely executed early 19th-century oil on canvas depicting hanging game, painted in the circle of Benjamin Blake.

This subject was a well-established favourite of Blake, who was known for supplying sporting and still life works to wealthy landowning patrons of the period. Paintings of this type were often intended for country houses, where they added both atmosphere and a sense of tradition to interior spaces.

Dating to around 1810, the work shows a clear affinity with Blake’s style, particularly in the confident handling of the paint and the careful attention to texture and detail. The composition is both balanced and naturalistic, with a pleasing richness to the palette.

Examples of Blake’s work can be found in major public collections, including the Victoria and Albert Museum and the Tate, as well as in numerous private and country house collections.

The painting presents well, with strong colour and a lively surface, making it an attractive piece both as a period work and as a decorative interior accent. The ornate gilt frame enhances the painting’s presence, making it a standout addition to both classic and contemporary interiors.

Details:

Medium: Oil on canvas

Period: 19th century

Subject: Hunting still life (game, rifle, and accessories)

Framed Dimensions: 81 x 71 x 6 cm

Frame: Decorative giltwood frame

Condition:

Good antique condition with expected age wear, craquelure and old surface texture.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
81cm (31.89")
Width
71cm (27.95")
Depth
6cm (2.36")
Declaration

The Antiques Hound has dated this Game Still Life Painting to the 19th Century.

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A finely executed early 19th-century oil on canvas depicting hanging game, painted in the circle of Benjamin Blake.
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This subject was a well-established favourite of Blake, who was known for supplying sporting and still life works to wealthy landowning patrons of the period.
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Paintings of this type were often intended for country houses, where they added both atmosphere and a sense of tradition to interior spaces.

fig 1. A 19th-century game still life oil painting depicting a hung hare and pheasant inside an ornate gold gilt frame.
fig 1. Imposing Oil Painting Still Life Game Circle of Benjamin Blake

Dating to around 1810, the work shows a clear affinity with Blake’s style, particularly in the confident handling of the paint and the careful attention to texture and detail. The composition is both balanced and naturalistic, with a pleasing richness to the palette.

fig 2. A 19th-century game still life oil painting depicting a hung hare and pheasant inside an ornate gold gilt frame.
fig 2. Imposing Oil Painting Still Life Game Circle of Benjamin Blake

Examples of Blake’s work can be found in major public collections, including the Victoria and Albert Museum and the Tate, as well as in numerous private and country house collections.

The painting presents well, with strong colour and a lively surface, making it an attractive piece both as a period work and as a decorative interior accent. The ornate gilt frame enhances the painting’s presence, making it a standout addition to both classic and contemporary interiors.

fig 3. A 19th-century game still life oil painting depicting a hung hare and pheasant inside an ornate gold gilt frame.
fig 3. Imposing Oil Painting Still Life Game Circle of Benjamin Blake

Details:

Medium: Oil on canvas

Period: 19th century

Subject: Hunting still life (game, rifle, and accessories)

Framed Dimensions: 81 x 71 x 6 cm

Frame: Decorative giltwood frame

Condition:

Good antique condition with expected age wear, craquelure and old surface texture.

Feel free to message with any questions. International shipping available.

Height
81cm (31.89")
Width
71cm (27.95")
Depth
6cm (2.36")
Date of Manufacture

The Antiques Hound has dated this Game Still Life Painting to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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Game still life paintings gained prominence in 17th-century Europe and remained popular through the 19th century, particularly within British sporting art. These works traditionally depicted hunted birds and mammals, showcasing the spoils of field sports and reflecting country estate culture.

19th-century still life paintings were typically executed using oil paints ground with linseed or walnut oil onto stretched linen canvas or wood panels. Frames from this period were commonly constructed from carved wood with applied plaster ornamentation, finished in natural gold leaf.

Authentic period paintings display natural signs of age, including fine surface cracking (craquelure), oxidation on the reverse of the canvas, and hand-cut timber stretcher frames. The gilding on period frames often exhibits gentle wear and natural tarnishing rather than uniform modern spray finishes.

Classic sporting art pairs exceptionally well with dark accent walls, timber-panelled studies, and warm dining rooms. Placing a traditional framed canvas above a mantlepiece or sideboard alongside modern lighting creates an engaging, layered contrast between historical art and contemporary design.

Keep the canvas away from direct heat sources, high humidity, and intense sunlight to prevent cracking or fading. Dust the giltwood frame gently with a soft, dry brush, avoiding water or chemical cleaning products which can damage original gold leaf.
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