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19th century English portrait of a Gun dog, hound in an English garden landscape

circa 1800

$5,150
£3,909.79
€4,471.97
CA$7,195.30
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Follower of George Stubbs (British, 18th–early 19th century) English Gun Dog in a Landscape, ca. 1800 Oil on canvas Set against a serene English countryside, this striking portrait of a hunting dog—muscular, alert, and poised mid-stride—embodies the timeless bond between man, animal, and landscape. Painted around 1800 by a follower of George Stubbs, the work pays tribute to the celebrated master’s naturalistic precision and his deep understanding of animal anatomy and spirit. The composition is quietly theatrical: the expansive view rolls gently into the horizon, while the rich green woodland frames the reddish-brown figure of the dog with dramatic clarity. Every element, from the trees to the distant haze of the hills, is rendered with a care that suggests reverence for the land and its creatures. Stubbs’ influence is evident in the anatomical accuracy of the dog and the calm, almost scientific stillness with which the animal is portrayed. Yet, there is also warmth and affection here—a sense that this dog is both a working companion and a noble subject in its own right. This painting would have appealed to sporting gentlemen of the Georgian and Regency eras, who valued such portraits not only as records of favored animals but also as symbols of status, discipline, and connection to the rural ideal. The painting is framed in a new English hand made gold leaf frame.
  • Creation Year:
    circa 1800
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 26 in (66.04 cm)Width: 31 in (78.74 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Movement & Style:
  • Circle Of:
    George Stubbs (1724-1806, British)
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    The painting has been recently cleaned and re-varnished bring it back to its original look.
  • Gallery Location:
    Woodbury, CT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU507316078022

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