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Victorian Fox Hunting Oil Paintings the Hunt 1880
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Victorian Fox Hunting Oil Paintings the Hunt 1880

19th century
Description

A charming pair of Victorian English fox hunting oil paintings dating to circa 1880

Each work depicts mounted huntsmen dressed in traditional scarlet hunting coats accompanied by packs of hounds traversing the English countryside during the pursuit of the hunt

Rich in period character, the paintings capture the spirit of one of Britain's most enduring rural traditions and evoke the atmosphere of the Victorian sporting estate

Executed in a lively and decorative manner, the scenes are presented in handsome giltwood frames with elaborate foliate and scroll ornament, enhancing their visual impact and period appeal

The paintings display excellent colour and detail, with the riders, horses and hounds set against expansive rural landscapes that convey both movement and narrative

Perfect for a country house, library, study, hunting lodge or equestrian collection, these attractive sporting oils celebrate the elegance and pageantry of Victorian field sports

Their quintessentially English subject matter and decorative quality make them an appealing addition to both traditional and contemporary interiors

We will ship to anywhere in the world - including the US - please get in touch for a shipping quote

All items fully restored and offered in very good condition

Dimensions (each):

Height: 37 cm (14.6")

Width: 57.5 cm (22.6")

Depth: 6 cm (2.4")

Physical Dimensions
Height
37cm (14.57")
Width
57.5cm (22.64")
Depth
6cm (2.36")
Declaration

Canonbury Antiques has dated these Victorian Fox Hunting Paintings to the 1880s.

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SA1236908
Description
A charming pair of Victorian English fox hunting oil paintings dating to circa 1880
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Each work depicts mounted huntsmen dressed in traditional scarlet hunting coats accompanied by packs of hounds traversing the English countryside during the pursuit of the hunt.
Canonbury Antiques
fig 1. A pair of horizontal antique Victorian oil paintings in ornate gold gilt frames depicting horseback riders and hounds in a field.
fig 1. Victorian Fox Hunting Oil Paintings the Hunt 1880

Rich in period character, the paintings capture the spirit of one of Britain's most enduring rural traditions and evoke the atmosphere of the Victorian sporting estate

Executed in a lively and decorative manner, the scenes are presented in handsome giltwood frames with elaborate foliate and scroll ornament, enhancing their visual impact and period appeal

fig 2. A pair of horizontal antique Victorian oil paintings in ornate gold gilt frames depicting horseback riders and hounds in a field.
fig 2. Victorian Fox Hunting Oil Paintings the Hunt 1880

The paintings display excellent colour and detail, with the riders, horses and hounds set against expansive rural landscapes that convey both movement and narrative

Perfect for a country house, library, study, hunting lodge or equestrian collection, these attractive sporting oils celebrate the elegance and pageantry of Victorian field sports

fig 3. A pair of horizontal antique Victorian oil paintings in ornate gold gilt frames depicting horseback riders and hounds in a field.
fig 3. Victorian Fox Hunting Oil Paintings the Hunt 1880

Their quintessentially English subject matter and decorative quality make them an appealing addition to both traditional and contemporary interiors

We will ship to anywhere in the world - including the US - please get in touch for a shipping quote

All items fully restored and offered in very good condition

Dimensions (each):

Height: 37 cm (14.6")

Width: 57.5 cm (22.6")

Depth: 6 cm (2.4")

Height
37cm (14.57")
Width
57.5cm (22.64")
Depth
6cm (2.36")
Date of Manufacture

Canonbury Antiques has dated these Victorian Fox Hunting Paintings to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1236908
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A pair of horizontal antique Victorian oil paintings in ornate gold gilt frames depicting horseback riders and hounds in a field.
Victorian Fox Hunting Oil Paintings The Hunt 1880
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A pair of horizontal antique Victorian oil paintings in ornate gold gilt frames depicting horseback riders and hounds in a field.
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  • ObjectOil Paintings
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian Sporting Art
  • MaterialOil on Panel, Wood, Gold Leaf, Gesso
  • ColourGold, Green, Brown
  • MotifsEquestrian scenes, Scarlet hunting coats, Ornate gilt frames, Rural landscape backdrop
  • SizeH 37 cm (15 in) x W 57.5 cm (23 in) x D 6 cm (2 in)

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Victorian sporting art gained popularity during the 19th century, documenting equestrian pursuits, fox hunting traditions, and countryside landscapes with detailed depictions of horses, hounds, and riders in formal attire.

Artists typically applied oil pigments onto stretched cotton or linen canvas, or wooden panels, which were subsequently housed in hand-carved timber frames coated with gesso and gold leaf gilding.

Authentic period pieces display natural paint craquelure, age-related darkening of varnish, period-correct wooden stretchers or panel backings, and genuine surface wear on the gilt gesso frames.

Pair these paintings with rich wood furniture, brass accents, or structured gallery wall arrangements in hallways, dining rooms, or home libraries to introduce classical character.

Display artwork away from direct sunlight and fluctuating humidity, clean gilt frames gently with a dry soft brush, and consult a professional conservator for cleaning aged varnish.
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