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Ben MarshallA poodle chasing a butterfly
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£9,500
€11,139.31
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About the Item
Ben Marshall (1768-1835)
A poodle chasing a butterfly
Oil on canvas
Canvas size 10 x 12 in
Framed size 15 x 17 in
Provenance
The Collection of the late David Fuller, former Director of The British Sporting Art Trust and renowned sporting dealership Arthur Ackermann, London.
Ben Marshall (1768–1835) was an English painter celebrated for his spirited depictions of sporting life, particularly horse racing, hunting scenes, and equestrian portraits. Born in Seagrave, Leicestershire, he initially intended to pursue a legal career but soon turned to painting, developing a strong reputation without formal academic training.
Marshall became closely associated with the sporting world of the English gentry. His naturalistic yet dynamic portrayals of racehorses, hounds, and huntsmen earned him a prominent following among aristocratic patrons, including members of the Jockey Club. His ability to capture both the physical power of animals and the atmosphere of the hunt set his work apart.
He exhibited regularly at the Royal Academy from 1801 until 1833, and while he worked chiefly in London, he also spent time in Newmarket and Melton Mowbray—centres of English sporting culture—where he had direct access to his equine subjects.
Though less flamboyant than his contemporary George Stubbs, Marshall brought warmth and immediacy to his work. His paintings, often infused with a keen sense of movement and character, remain important records of early 19th-century sporting life in Britain.
Ben Marshall died in 1835, leaving behind a body of work that continues to be valued for its vitality, craftsmanship, and contribution to the tradition of British sporting art.
- Creator:Ben Marshall (1768 - 1835, English)
- Dimensions:Height: 15 in (38.1 cm)Width: 17 in (43.18 cm)
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- Gallery Location:Stoke, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU446316640812
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