30,233  PAGES BROWSED TODAY PAGES TODAY 243 ANTIQUES UPLOADED TODAYNEW ARRIVALS
243 ITEMS ADDED TODAY
Sort Order
Items Per Page
Browse Categories
Sort order
Relevant Links
Items per page
ID #SA1235253
FOR SALE
£7,950
Email Phone
Save
Antique Oil Painting of Hare Coursing Possibly by George Armfield Dogs Hunting
For sale by Gerald Neville Antiques
for sale €9,302     $10,097
£7,950
Gerald Neville Antiques

Gerald Neville Antiques

Sellingantiques Verified Since Nov 2024
Browse dealers 47 items
  • About Us
    Antique experts in furniture and objects of art.
Relevant Links
Id #SA1235253
PDF SHARE
SAVE

Antique Oil Painting of Hare Coursing Possibly by George Armfield Dogs Hunting

19th century
Description

A very large antique oil painting of hare coursing possibly by George Armfield 19th century, Victorian landscape hunting scene.

The large dimensions are shown as canvas only.

WIDTH OF CANVAS: 126cm

HEIGHT OF CANVAS 76cm

This very large hunting landscape scene of a hare being chased by hunting dogs is well executed and has many of the hallmarks and styling of George Armfield or his similar close circle of 19th century Victorian wildlife and hunting landscape oil paintings .

This large impressive antique oil painting would look fabulous above a large fireplace in a country house.

Declaration

Gerald Neville Antiques has dated this Antique Hare Coursing Painting to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1235253
Dealers Notes

We have over 40 years of expertise in the antiques trade and have extensive knowledge in virtually all areas from the 1600’s to the late 19th century. Shipping worldwide is offered, but we normally add this as an extra cost, so please request a shipping quote before agreeing a sale.

Description
A very large antique oil painting of hare coursing possibly by George Armfield 19th century, Victorian landscape hunting scene.

The large dimensions are shown as canvas only.

WIDTH OF CANVAS: 126cm

HEIGHT OF CANVAS 76cm

fig 1. A nineteenth-century oil painting on canvas depicting two greyhounds in full motion chasing a hare across a grassy landscape within a carved gilt frame.
fig 1. Antique Oil Painting of Hare Coursing Possibly by George Armfield Dogs Hunting

This very large hunting landscape scene of a hare being chased by hunting dogs is well executed and has many of the hallmarks and styling of George Armfield or his similar close circle of 19th century Victorian wildlife and hunting landscape oil paintings .

This large impressive antique oil painting would look fabulous above a large fireplace in a country house.
Gerald Neville Antiques
Date of Manufacture

Gerald Neville Antiques has dated this Antique Hare Coursing Painting to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1235253
Gerald Neville Antiques
Gerald Neville Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2024

Antique experts in furniture and objects of art.

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Gerald Neville Antiques Profile Page

PDF SHARE
SAVE
A nineteenth-century oil painting on canvas depicting two greyhounds in full motion chasing a hare across a grassy landscape within a carved gilt frame.
1 / 4
Archive I A nineteenth-century oil painting on canvas depicting two greyhounds in full motion chasing a hare across a grassy landscape within a carved gilt frame.

Antique Oil Painting of Hare Coursing Possibly by George Armfield Dogs Hunting

Archive II A nineteenth-century oil painting on canvas depicting two greyhounds in full motion chasing a hare across a grassy landscape within a carved gilt frame. View II
Archive III A nineteenth-century oil painting on canvas depicting two greyhounds in full motion chasing a hare across a grassy landscape within a carved gilt frame. View III
Archive IV A nineteenth-century oil painting on canvas depicting two greyhounds in full motion chasing a hare across a grassy landscape within a carved gilt frame. View IV
Enlarged Archival View
Telephone 07597 391543
Location
East Sussex
United Kingdom
Verified Since Nov 2024
Items For Sale 47
Gerald Neville Antiques
Gerald Neville Antiques
Verified Since Nov 2024
View Dealer Info
Location: East Sussex, United Kingdom
Verified
Nov 2024
For Sale
47
A nineteenth-century oil painting on canvas depicting two greyhounds in full motion chasing a hare across a grassy landscape within a carved gilt frame.
Antique oil painting of hare coursing possibly by George Armfield dogs hunting
Ref: SA1235253
A nineteenth-century oil painting on canvas depicting two greyhounds in full motion chasing a hare across a grassy landscape within a carved gilt frame.
Detail View 1
Detail View 2
Detail View 3
Archival Detail
Every single antique dealer on our platform is individually approved by our internal team. We verify their professional trade history, ethical standards, and photographic quality to ensure a secure, high-standard buying environment. Upon joining, every dealer agrees to a strict 9-point code of conduct. While issues can occasionally arise, our dealers typically resolve them swiftly and directly with the buyer. In fact, since our founding in 2002, Sellingantiques has only had to step in to help resolve an issue on roughly five occasions—a true testament to the quality of our dealers and their dedication to your happiness.
Our dealers are highly experienced in packing and shipping fragile, high-value antiques. Because you are in direct contact with the dealer, you will be able to easily go through all available shipping and insurance options together to ensure your item arrives safely.
Antiques are the ultimate green purchase. By choosing historical pieces over newly manufactured goods, you completely eliminate the carbon footprint of modern mass production while preserving exceptional, timeless craftsmanship.
Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectOil Painting
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian Sporting Art
  • MaterialOil on Canvas, Gilt Wood Frame
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsGreyhounds in motion, Hare coursing, Countryside landscape, Moulded gilt frame

Victorian sporting art is characterised by accurate depictions of country pursuits, including hunting, horse racing, and dog coursing. These paintings showcase natural landscapes and emphasize the speed, anatomy, and instinct of working animals.

Nineteenth-century paintings were primarily rendered in oil paints on natural linen or cotton canvas, stretched over wooden stretcher frames. They were typically framed in heavy carved or moulded timber frames finished with gold leaf or metal leaf gilding.

Authentic period paintings show subtle age-appropriate craquelure across the paint surface, natural darkening or yellowing of historic varnish, and patina on the wooden stretchers and backboard. Original gilding on frames will often show light wear revealing the underlying gesso.

A classic sporting oil painting serves as an excellent focal point when hung above a mantelpiece, sideboard, or within a wood-panelled study. It pairs seamlessly with traditional leather seating, dark timber furniture, and layered textiles for a heritage aesthetic.

Dust the surface and frame gently with a soft, dry camel-hair brush, avoiding water or chemical sprays. Keep the artwork away from direct sunlight, radiators, and high humidity, and consult a professional conservator for varnish restoration or canvas repairs.
items
Add keywords to the filter
Price
£100
£250000
Era
Movements
Material
Origin
Stock Location
Freshness
Online Payments
Categories