What subjects appear in mid century sporting art?

The selection covers horse racing, showjumping, rodeo riding, motor sports, boxing, snooker and foxhounds in pursuit. Artists captured these dynamic scenes using various media, reflecting the athletic pursuits popular during the mid-twentieth century.

How should I hang works on paper?

Works executed on paper, pastel or gouache require protective framing under glass to shield the delicate pigments from direct sunlight and environmental moisture. Positioning these pieces away from intense, direct light sources preserves the vibrancy of the original drawing materials.

What distinguishes an oil painting from a pastel?

Oil paintings utilise pigment suspended in drying oils on canvas or board, offering rich textures and deep colour layering. Pastels rely on dry pigment sticks applied to paper, yielding a softer, more immediate surface texture. Both mediums were utilised concurrently by artists aiming to capture movement, depending on whether they sought bold impasto or delicate linear precision.

Are these pieces original artworks?

The inventory consists predominantly of original paintings, hand-signed drawings, gouaches and period posters created or published between the 1920s and 1960s. Each piece reflects the individual hand and technique of the artist or the specific production methods of mid-century print shops.

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Mid century sporting art captures athletic motion and equestrian energy through paintings, drawings and posters spanning the 1920s to the 1960s.

A 1960'S Dion Pears Oil Painting of Sir Tim Birkin at Le Mans

1940 - 1960

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A 1960'S Dion Pears Oil Painting of Sir Tim Birkin at Le Mans

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A 1960'S Dion Pears Oil Painting of Sir Tim Birkin at Le Mans

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