19th Century Animal Paintings

August Laux (German/American, 1853-1921) Signed: August Laux (Lower, Right) " Hide and Seek ", circa 1880 Oil on Canvas 16" x 20" Housed in a 3" Period Ornamented Frame with a 1...

A Meal Van Den Eycken Charles Brussels 1859 – 1923 Belgian Painter Signature: Attributed to Charles Van Den Eycken Medium: Oil on panel Dimens...

A Magnificent Oil Painting "A Dainty Bit" A Young Woman With Lobster and Game, by Otto Meyer (German, 1839-1868) Oil on canvas with original gilt-wood fram...

Artist/ School: English School, circa 1870's, circle of Charles Cooper Henderson (British, 1803-1877) Charles Cooper Henderson was one of th...

Henry Garland (fl.1854-1900) Watching over baby signed 'H. GARLAND.' (lower left) Oil on canvas Painting Size - 14 x 18 in Framed Size - 20 x 24 in Provenance The Collection of Char...

This stunning British Old Master exhibited pastoral oil on panel is by noted artist James Ward. Painted circa 1815 with superb provenance, it was e...

The Victorian Farmyard British School, circa 1830 oil on canvas, unframed canvas: 34 x 48 inches provenance: private collection, England condition: good and sound condition, though w...

Robert L. Alexander R.S.A., R.S.W. (1840- 1923) 'Laddie', a collie Signed with initials and inscribed 'R.A. / LADDIE' (lower left) Oil on canvas Canvas Size - 24 x 39 in Framed Size ...

Oil Painting by Thomas Sidney Cooper R.A "The Milkmaid" 1803 - 1902 Pupil of the Royal Academy Schools, where he was to become the longest exhibit...

Romanticism movement is well maintained here by Benedikt Franz Hess (1817-1870), Swiss / American, a painter of panoramic landscapes in a detailed transcriptive yet broadly painted s...

James Cassie was born at Keithhall near Inverurie, Aberdeenshire, the son of a prosperous tea and spirit merchant. Although briefly a pupil of the artist James Giles, Cassie was largely self-taught. He began his career as a painter of animals and portraits, but on moving to Aberdeen he increasingly turned his attention to local seascapes and coastal scenes, especially at dawn and sunset. He favored these outdoor scenes but continued to paint some domestic subjects and portraits throughout his life. In 1869 he moved to Edinburgh and was elected an associate of the Royal Scottish Academy. Shortly before his death in 1879 he was elected an Academician. This piece is framed in its original frame and the painting is signed lower right and inscribed on the reverse. From the inscription on the reverse, this painting was purchased from an important house sale...

Artist/ School: Kate Macaulay (1872 - 1884), signed Title: Scottish landscape with atmospheric, brooding skies over castle ruins (Kilchurn?) and cattle watering in the shallows of t...

Henry Calvert (1798-1869) The 15th (The King's) Hussars: two chargers, one with an officer up, in a landscape, a camp beyond Oil on canvas Canvas Size - 32 x 36 in Framed Size - 37 x...

Italian artist, 19th century Still Life with Hunting Dogs indistinctly signed oil on canvas, unframed Canvas: 14.25 x 24 inches Provenance: private collection, UK Condition: very goo...

A superb example of a Barbizon inspired landscape painted by the "Catford Corot" from the late 19th Century. This very striking image shows the artist at the absolute peak of his abi...

Initialed upper right, 'C.N.' (Danish, 19th Century) and dated 1898. A late nineteenth-century oil composed with a fresh palette and finely-observed detail. This elegant feline stud...

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 ...

A fine painting of sheep in a landscape setting follower of the talented Belgium painter of animals Eugene Verboeckhoven. Housed in a 19th century gilt frame. The size overall being 55 cm x 48 cm whilst the painting is 38 x 29 cm. The sheep have been beautifully captured especially their faces. An oil on board study ready to hang Eugene Joseph Verboeckhoven...

Dark Bay Hunter IN A Landscape, 19th Century Daniel CLOWES (1774-1829) Large 19th Century English dark bay hunter in a landscape, oil on canvas. Excellent quality and condition sid...

The Mendip Fox Hunt, 19th Century by. John Alfred WHEELER (1821-1903) sales to $45,000 Large 19th Century scene of The Mendip Fox Hunt, oil on canvas by John Alfred Wheeler. Excell...

Plough Horses Watering Circle of Samuel Joseph Clark (1841 - 1928) British oil painting on canvas, framed framed: 27.5 x 35 inches canvas: 21 x 28 inches provenance: private collecti...

This lovely British Victorian oil painting is attributed noted landscape and animal artist George Cole ans ascribed verso. Painted in 1840 it is a superb portrait of two horses, one ...

A 19th century oil painting on canvas of a Grey Horse in a Stable. Signed and dated 1890, housed in a gilt frame. The size of the painting being 17" x 21" (43.2 x 53.3cm) whilst overall size is 67 x 56 The painting is in very good condition having had some restoration in the past and a recent clean Albert Clark (1843-1928) British. Albert Clark (October 1843–December 1928), was an English painter. Born in October 1843, Clark was the second Son to acclaimed animal painter, James Clark and his wife, Elizabeth who died when Albert was a child. Living with his father in a small town in Middlesex, South East England, Albert began to learn from James and started creating notable paintings of animals – namely horses – under the 19th century naïve style. At the age of 17, Albert Clark had defined himself as a ‘naïve animal...

The Terrier and the Rabbit by ROBERT CLEMINSON (1864-1903) signed oil on canvas, framed framed: 24 x 32 inches canvas: 16 x 24 inches provenance: private collection, England conditi...

Johann Till II (Austrian, 1827-1894) Plethora, c. 1860 Oil on canvas Signed lower right 47.5 x 35.5 inches 54.5 x 43 inches, framed Johann Till the Younger trained in Vienna under h...

A beautifully painted character study of a terrier dating from the Victorian era. Edward Aistrop specialised in such intimate portraits of dogs and clearly held them in great affecti...

The White Terrier English School, 19th century oil painting on board, gilt framed framed: 12 x 11 inches board : 9 x 7 inches Provenance: private collection, Cotswolds, England Condi...

A wonderful & whimsical 19th century oil on panel painting of puppies in a farm stable, by the celebrated artist George Armfield (1820-1893), the painting circa 1860. This lovely oil...

The Rural Lane English School, mid Victorian period, circa 1860'1870 oil on canvas, framed framed: 21.5 x 27 inches canvas: 18 x 24 inches Provenance: private collection, England Con...

John Frederick Herring Snr (Surrey 1795-1863 Kent) Deer in Windsor Park Signed and dated 'J.F. Herring 1835' Oil on Panel Painting size 10 x 12 in Framed Size 15 x 17 in John Frederick Herring Sr. was born on September 12, 1795, in London, England. He was the son of a London-based fringe maker, and the family lived in modest circumstances. Although little is known about his early education, Herring showed a natural affinity for art and horses from a young age. His father moved the family to Doncaster when Herring was still a boy, a town famous for horse racing, which would play a significant role in shaping his future career. Herring’s love for horses became evident during his youth, where he worked as a coachman and sign painter. He often painted inn signs...

‘Amor et Pietas’ by Ursula Wood S.W.A. (1868-1956). The painting – which depicts a group of children laying to rest their pet dog – is signed and dated by the artist. Ursula Wood’s ...

Artist/ School: English School, 19th century Title: Cattle Watering from Woodland Pool Medium: oil painting on canvas, framed Size: painting: 16 x 24 inches, frame: 18.75 x 26.7...

This charming late 19th-century oil painting by Arturo Orselli (fl. 1880-1896) depicts a huntsman wearing riding gear conversing somewhat flirtatiously with two ladies. Attired in o...

"Hunting Dogs with Geese" is a 26 x 21.5 inches, oil on canvas landscape of two dogs on the trail by the river. The canvas is signed "B Lanoux" in the lower left. B. Lanoux is a lis...

This superb British 19th century equine oil painting is by noted horse lover, George Gascoyne. Painted in 1889, this French born chestnut horse is Phoenix. While he was essentially a miler, Phoenix (sometimes seen spelled as “Phenix”) came from a family that had produced Classic winners in France at up to 15 furlongs. He proved an excellent sire following his export to Argentina, becoming the foundation stallion for Guillermo Kemmis' breeding program at Haras Las Rosas. This painting is from his time in Argentina with Kemmis. Phoenix is depicted in a flat landscape against a vivid blue sky. A gentleman, possibly his owner, Guillermo Kemmis, stands smiling in front of him holding his reigns and gives perspective to how tall Phoenix is. Although in profile, Phoenix is turning to look at the viewer, his chestnut coat gleaming and his anatomy perfectly portrayed. This is a superb Victorian equine portrait of a noted horse in the 19th century and is a lovely example of Gascoyne's work as a horse lover. Signed with initials and dated GG 1889 lower right. Provenance. Inscribed "Phenix" (Cymbal -- Belle-Etoile) by George Gascoyne, Sittingbourne, Kent to reverse. Condition. Oil on canvas, 36 inches by 28 inches and in good condition. Frame. Housed in a wooden frame, 44 inches by 36 inches and in good condition. HORSE BIOGRAPHY Phoenix (FR) 1875 – 1893? Chestnut horse. Cymbal (GB) x Belle Etoile (FR), by First Born (FR) Family 25. While he was essentially a miler, Phoenix (sometimes seen spelled as “Phenix”) came from a family that had produced Classic winners in France at up to 15 furlongs. He proved an excellent sire following his export to Argentina, becoming the foundation stallion for Guillermo Kemmis' breeding program at Haras Las Rosas. Race record. Complete record unavailable but as follows: 1878: Won Prix de la Forêt (FR, 1600mT, Longchamp) 1879: Won July Cup (ENG, 6FT, Newmarket July). Won Rous Memorial Stakes (ENG, 8FT, Ascot). Won Bunbury Stakes (ENG, Newmarket). 2nd Rosebery Handicap (ENG, Epsom) 1880: Won Lennox Stakes (ENG, Goodwood) As a stallion: Phoenix was the Argentine champion sire six times, reaching the top in 1887-1890, 1892 and 1895. Notable progeny: Hawk Eye (ARG), Lenape (ARG), Marinera (ARG), Osiris (ARG), San Martín (ARG), Surplice (ARG) Connections: Phoenix was owned by Comte Frédéric de Lagrange. After being exported to Argentina, he stood at Haras Las Rosas, the stud farm of leading Argentine breeder Guillermo Kemmis. His last known foals were born in 1894. Pedigree notes: Phoenix is outcrossed through five generations. Sired by Cymbal, a son of 1861 Derby Stakes winner Kettledrum, he is out of Belle Etoile, whose half sister Garenne (by Gladiator or Ethirion or Freystrop) is the second dam of 1894 Prix Royal-Oak (French St. Leger) winner Gouvernail and the third dam of 1894 Prix du Jockey Club (French Derby...

Fantastic early portrait of a young man and his pug dog. This painting is most likely British, but it could also be from continental Europe. It dates from the late 18th to the early ...

William Woodhouse (1857-1939) A collie in a landscape signed 'W. WOODHOUSE' (lower left) Oil on canvas Painting Size - 20 x 24 in Framed Size - 26 x ...

Pausing for a Rest English School, circa 1800 the painting is very close to the works of Thomas Barker of Bath (English 1769-1847) oil on canvas, framed framed: 29 x 39 inches canvas...

Oil Painting by Henry Charles Woollett "Winter" 1826 - 1890 Henry was born in Brighton then lived in Cheltenham and Liverpool. He painted rustic landscape with animals found in the ...

Hippolyte LECOMTE (Puiseaux, 1781 – Paris, 1857) Colonel of Russian cuirassiers Oil on canvas H. 33 cm; W. 24 cm Signed and dated at the bottom towards the center 1817 Exhibition: S...

Two Terriers by E. S. England (British, active c. 1890-1910) signed & dated 1890 oil on board, framed Framed: 11 x 14 inches Board: 9 x 12 inches Provenance: private collection, Suff...

Artist/ School: J. Langlois, British 1855-1904, signed lower corner Title: Chasing the Mouse! Medium: oil on board, framed framed: 6 x 7.5 inches board: 4.75 x 6.75 inches Proven...

Ernest Crofts British, (1847-1911) The Search Party Oil on canvas, signed & dated 1889 Image size: 17.5 inches x 13.5 inches Size including frame: 27 inches x 23 inches An excellen...

Cows Grazing At The Riverbank On the River Trent, near Hoveringham, Nottinghamshire inscribed to the label verso, dated 1853 Oil on Canvas, framed Framed: 21.5 x 24.5 inches Canvas: ...

Frank Cassell (British 19th century) signed oil painting on canvas, framed framed: 18.5 x 22 inches canvas: 12 x 16 inches provenance: private collection...

GEORGE (SMITH) ARMFIELD This is a classic example of George Armfield's paintings with terriers. Picture Size: 10 x 14" (25 x 35cm) Outside Frame Size: 16 x 20" (40 x 50cm) Exhibitio...

Exuberant Hunting Scene watercolour on artist paper, stuck on black paper painting: 10 x 12.75 inches provenance: private collection condition: very good and sound condition This c...

John Frederick Herring Jnr British, (c1820-1907) Farmyard Friends Oil on canvas, signed Image size: 23.25 inches x 35.25 inches Size including frame: 29.75 inches x 41.75 inches Provenance: Frost & Reed; Stacy Marks, Eastbourne A fantastic rural farmyard scene featuring horses, pigs, goats, chickens, ducks and cattle by John Frederick Herring Jnr. In the foreground, pigs, goats and chickens are shown foraging for food whilst horses watch on. To the right, a bay horse drinks from a pond next to some ducks as cattle graze outside a barn. In the distance two figures can be seen walking along a country path towards a church. John Frederick Herring was born in Doncaster c1820 to the artist John Frederick Herring (1795-1865) and his wife Anna Catharina (nee Harris) and was baptised on 2 May, 1821. There is some confusion about the date of his birth due to an earlier birth record existing for 21 June, 1815. To complicate matters further, all of the census records indicate he was born in 1816. Some sources suggest this was an earlier child who died and that Herring was the child born in 1820. Herring’s brothers Charles Herring (1828-1856) and Benjamin Herring (1830-1871) also became artists. He and his brothers were exposed to art at an early age and were all tutored by their father whose subject matter influenced their work. The family moved to Newmarket during the early 1830’s and Herring would visit the racecourse to study the horses. The brothers would often collaborate with their father on paintings, however, Herring Jnr soon developed his own style and began painting farmyard and rustic scenes featuring horses and other farm animals. His emerging success caused some discord with his father, who from around 1836 began adding ‘SR’ or ‘Senr’ to his signature to avoid confusion between the two artists. Herring did not join his father when he later moved to London but at some point moved to Cambridgeshire where he met and married Emma Jane Dawson on 29 August, 1836. Together, they lived at Great Wilbraham with their 5 children. By 1861, he had moved to nearby Fulbourn and continuing his successful career made his debut at the Royal Academy in 1863. He began exhibiting at the British Institution from 1864 and also exhibited at the Royal Society of British Artists at Suffolk Street. After the death of his first wife, Herring married the artist Catherine Augusta Rolfe on 5 December 1865 at St Pauls Church, Hammersmith in London. Catherine (or Kate) was the sister of the artists Alexander Frederick Rolfe (1814-1875) and Henry Leonides Rolfe (1823-1881) and the daughter of William E Rolfe, a friend of his father. They lived at Wilbraham Road in Fulbourn, later moving to The Poplars in Fulbourn where Herring spent the rest of his life. He died at Fulbourn on 6 March 1907. Examples of his work are held by a number of museums and public collections including the Bradford Museum, Hawarth Art Gallery, Government Art Collection, Grundy Art Gallery, the Tate, National Gallery of Art, Washington DC and the Watford Museum & Witt Library. Presentation: The painting is housed in a new, English made gilt frame which is in excellent condition. Condition: As with all of our original antique oil paintings, this work is offered in ready to hang gallery condition, having been professionally cleaned, restored and revarnished. © Benton Fine Art

"The Galloping Racehorse" by John Frederick Herring Sr. is a stunning oil painting on canvas that vividly captures the dynamic motion and energy of a racehorse in full gallop. In thi...

Antonio Ermolao Paoletti Italian, (1834-1912) Feeding the Rabbit Oil on canvas, signed Image size: 13.25 inches x 11 inches Size including frame: 20.75 inches x 18.5 inches A wonde...

John Frederick Herring Snr (Surrey 1795-1863 Kent) Ducks and Pigeons in a Barn Interior Signed and dated 1858 Oil on canvas Painting size 18 1/2 x 28 1/2 in Framed size 24 x 33 1/2 in John Frederick Herring Sr. was born on September 12, 1795, in London, England. He was the son of a London-based fringe maker, and the family lived in modest circumstances. Although little is known about his early education, Herring showed a natural affinity for art and horses from a young age. His father moved the family to Doncaster when Herring was still a boy, a town famous for horse racing, which would play a significant role in shaping his future career. Herring’s love for horses became evident during his youth, where he worked as a coachman and sign painter. He often painted inn signs...

The Cavaliers Rest English School, 19th century The painting is after Sir Edwin Landseer's earlier painting which hangs in the National Trust's collection. oil painting on canvas, fr...

Henry Deacon Hillier British, (1858-1930) Near Killin, Perthshire Oil on canvas, signed, inscribed verso Image size: 27.25 inches x 21.25 inches Size including frame: 35 inches x 29...

Sunset by the River English School, late 19th century signed "T. Woods" signed oil on board, framed framed: 19 x 25 inches board: 18 x 24 inches Provenance: private collection, UK Co...

The Thatched Cottage Suffolk School, 19th century indistinctly signed & dated verso oil on canvas, unframed canvas: 13 x 19 inches provenance: private collection, England condition: ...

A 19th century black and white spaniel standing in a landscape, with a country house in the distance. Signed C B Spalding, lower right. Oil on canvas in a giltwood frame. Charles B...

A Lucky Escape, 19th Century by Edward William Martin (19th Century British) Large 19th Century English portrait of a Duck flushed out of the reeds by a fox, oil on canvas by Edwar...

Charles Augustus Henry Lutyens (1829-1915) Avontes, a bay stallion with a groom in a stable interior signed and dated 'C Lutyens 79' (lower right) Oil on canvas Canvas Size - 40 x 50...

James Pawley (1850-1879) Lord Hardinge's Arabian stallion 'Meanee', in a desert landscape signed and dated 'Pawley. pinxit/ 1849' (lower right) Oil on canvas Canvas size 17 x 21 in F...

Henry Bernard Chalon (London 1770-1849) 'Prime Minister' with jockey John Shepherd up, and owner Sir Mark Sykes Signed and dated 'H.B. Chalon pinxit 181...