Who is the famous motion photographer?

The famous motion photographer is Eadweard Muybridge. He was responsible for creating some of the most important and groundbreaking photographic studies of motion. He has been referred to as “the father of the motion picture” for his innovative camera use, groundbreaking artistic expression and detailed scientific study of movement. Muybridge is best known for expanding and experimenting with the camera’s ability to capture and freeze motion, as he developed a set of multiple cameras with synchronized shutters. On 1stDibs, explore a range of Eadweard Muybridge photography.

What does Hermès have to do with horses?

Hermès started as an equestrian brand in 1837 making saddles. Hermès has since expanded its line to include riding blankets and saddle pads. Hermès saddles are handmade and can still be purchased directly through Hermès or authorized retailers. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Hermès pieces from some of the world’s top sellers.

What are The Terracotta Horses?

The Terracotta Horses are horse sculptures that were part of the Terracotta Army in China. In Ancient China it was believed that horses were indispensable and essential to Chinese warfare therefore they were immortalized in terracotta form. Shop a selection of terracotta horses on 1stDibs.

What is a Haniwa horse?

A Haniwa horse is a horse figurine made of terracotta clay. Haniwa are terracotta figures created in ancient Japan, and one of the most well-known designs is that of a horse. Today, replicas and originals are sought after by pottery enthusiasts worldwide. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of Haniwa figurines from some of the world’s top art dealers.

What is a wood horse?

A wood horse is a toy horse made of wood. But it has different meanings across cultures. In Chinese culture, a wooden horse is a symbol of freedom and passion. Find a range of antique and vintage wooden toys on 1stDibs.

What are Stone Horses?

Stone Horses are horse models crafted by the Peter Stone Horse Company. They are handcrafted from cellulose acetate resins and are exceptionally detailed, making each model a unique piece of art. Browse 1stDibs to find a range of authentic Stone Horse models.

What are the parts of a horse collar?

Many parts make up a horse collar. The two pieces of wood or iron that form the collar are the hame, and the hardware used to connect the collar to the trace of the wagon or carriage is called the hame tug. The padded area of the collar in front of and behind the hame are the forewale and afterwale, respectively. Find a variety of antique horse collars on 1stDibs.

Why is pommel horse so hard?

Pommel horse is considered one of the harder events at the Olympics as it involves a very particular set of skills. It also requires more mastery of technique than strength or muscle to perform. On 1stDibs, find an array of pommel horses from top sellers.

What is a clothes horse called?

A clothes horse is also known as a clothes rack. High-end clothes horses are made of metal or wood, whereas their cost-efficient countertop versions are frequently made of plastic. The basic purpose of the clothes horse is to hang clothes after washing for drying. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary clothes horses from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.

What is the purpose of a rocking horse?

Rocking horses have long been favorite toys for children all over. These fun toys also help with balance and mobility, while encouraging exercise. It’s no wonder that both children and their parents are so taken with these toys. Shop a collection of rocking horses from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Is a horse hoof a nail?

Yes, a horse hoof is similar to a fingernail on a human's hand. It is made of the same types of proteins and has the same purpose: protecting the skin underneath from injury. Shop a range of horse hoof decorative objects on 1stDibs.

When were the terracotta horses made?

The Terracotta Army is a collection of warriors, chariots and horses made from terracotta clay during the 3rd century BCE. The Terracotta Army is a type of funerary art for the mausoleum of Qin Shi Huang, the first Emperor of China. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of terracotta figures from some of the world’s top sellers.

What is a horse collar mirror?

A horse collar mirror is a wall mirror that features a frame made from a repurposed collar from a horse harness. Most examples date back to the late 19th and early 20th centuries. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of horse collar mirrors.

What is a horse collar called?

A horse collar is a part of the harness used to pull a wagon or plough. It distributes the weight evenly around the horse’s neck and shoulders. On 1stDibs, find a selection of horse collar designs from some of the world’s top sellers.

What is a horse hitching post?

A horse hitching post is a post to which a horse can be tied to prevent it from leaving. Hitching posts are still used today, but they once were commonplace in towns and other gathering spots when people primarily used horses for transportation. Find a collection of vintage and modern hitching posts on 1stDibs.

What is a Victorian rocking horse?

A Victorian rocking horse is a child’s toy produced during the Victorian era, which refers to the years of the reign of Queen Victoria of England, 1837 to 1901. Prior to the industrialization that took shape during the 19th century, which allowed these structures to be mass-produced, rocking horses were hand-carved in wood and hand-painted to resemble a horse. Two rockers, mirroring those of modern rocking chairs, are attached to the horse’s legs, and when a child sits on the seat, the horse gently rocks back and forth. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique rocking horses.

Who are the famous painted horses?

The names of the horses in most paintings are unknown, but a few famous horses do stand out in the equestrian art produced over the centuries. Andy Warhol depicted Silky Sullivan and jockey Bill Shoemaker in 1978, and George Stubbs created a painting of Whistlejacket, a horse owned by Charles Watson-Wentwort, the second Marquess of Rockingham, in 1762. You'll find a range of horse paintings on 1stDibs.

What do I call a wooden horse?

What you call a wooden horse depends on its design and purpose. A wooden horse head on a stick that serves as a children's toy is called a hobby horse, while a larger wooden toy that rocks back and forth is called a rocking horse. Decorative wooden horses are sometimes called equine sculptures or figurines. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of wooden horses.

How can you tell a Collinson rocking horse?

To tell if a rocking horse is a Collinson, look at the pillar on its safety stand. Authentic pieces will usually have square pillars with wooden diamonds on top. The iron swings that allow the horse to rock were often red on genuine Collinson designs. However, an antique rocking horse may have been repainted, so the color you see might not be the original. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can assist you with identifying rocking horses. Shop a range of rocking horses on 1stDibs.

How can you tell if a rocking horse is an antique?

To tell if a rocking horse is antique, first look for a label or mark that indicates the manufacturer’s name. Some makers of antique rocking horses include F.H. Ayers, Collinsons & Sons, G & J Lines, Crossley Brothers and Stevenson Brothers. If you're unable to find a maker's mark, you may wish to enlist the help of a certified appraiser or antiques dealer who is knowledgeable about rocking horses. Shop a variety of rocking horses on 1stDibs.

Horse In Motion

Child 18th Century Painting Portrait

Ellen BradshawHorses in Motion, Painting, Oil on Canvas, 1996

$6,100

H 30 in W 40 in D 0.8 in

Horses in Motion, Painting, Oil on Canvas

By Ellen Bradshaw

Located in Yardley, PA

carousel horses in motion! The iconic historical amusement ride has always been my favorite and was an

Category

1990s Realist Paintings

Materials

Oil

William MeyerowitzHorses, Colorful Horses, expressionistic, post-impressionistic

$2,500

H 18 in W 26 in

Horses, Colorful Horses, expressionistic, post-impressionistic

By William Meyerowitz

Located in Rockport, MA

in person, I would describe this painting as a stunning portrayal of horses in motion. The artist's

Category

Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Pierre-Jules MeneDynamic Bronze Statue of a Falconer by Pierre-Jules Mene (French, 1810-1879)

$12,000

H 29 in W 30 in D 12 in

Dynamic Bronze Statue of a Falconer by Pierre-Jules Mene (French, 1810-1879)

Located in New York, NY

Dynamic statue of an Arab Falconer riding a horse in motion. A falcon lands on the falconer's arm

Category

19th Century Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Valeria RadzievskaMagic White: Two Horses, Painting, Oil on Canvas, 2022

$4,950

H 36 in W 48 in D 0.8 in

Magic White: Two Horses, Painting, Oil on Canvas

Located in Yardley, PA

horses create a harmonious monochrome range. The beauty and grace of horses in motion. Large interior

Category

2010s Realist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Pierre YermiaThree Horses by Pierre Yermia - Animal sculpture, bronze bas-relief, blue patina, 2011

$9,564

H 16.54 in W 31.89 in D 0.79 in

Three Horses by Pierre Yermia - Animal sculpture, bronze bas-relief, blue patina

By Pierre Yermia

Located in Paris, FR

sculpture represents three horses in motion. Over the past 30 years, Pierre Yermia has created a unique

Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Robert LadouDynamic Watercolor study of Equine Trainer with a Horse, 20th century

$551Sale Price|20% Off

H 7.75 in W 11.25 in D 1 in

Dynamic Watercolor study of Equine Trainer with a Horse

By Robert Ladou

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

depiction of a equine trainer and a horse in motion as the trainer leads the horse around. Ladou captures

Category

20th Century Academic Animal Paintings

Materials

Watercolor

Zhang HongyuNocturnal Melody 24 by Zhang Hongyu - animal painting, running horses, 2025

$11,429

H 51.19 in W 38.19 in

Nocturnal Melody 24 by Zhang Hongyu - animal painting, running horses

By Zhang Hongyu

Located in Paris, FR

to portray abstract representations of horses in motion, brought to life with bold, expressive

Category

2010s Contemporary Animal Paintings

Materials

Pastel, Ink, Acrylic, Cardboard, Etching

Raphael MacekVentus Netherlands, Horse Portrait, Equine Beauty, 2013

$17,600

H 60 in W 90 in D 2 in

Ventus Netherlands, Horse Portrait, Equine Beauty

By Raphael Macek

Located in New York City, NY

black-and-white portrayal of a horse in motion. The noble creature's powerful form occupies the frame

Category

2010s Contemporary Portrait Photography

Materials

Plexiglass, Archival Pigment

Marie ChannerMarie Channer, "Moonlit", 40x60 Equine Horse Silhouette Oil Painting on Canvas, 2019

$8,450

H 40 in W 60 in

Marie Channer, "Moonlit", 40x60 Equine Horse Silhouette Oil Painting on Canvas

By Marie Channer

Located in Saratoga Springs, NY

a horse in motion creates a dramatic effect with the stark black background that wraps around the

Category

2010s Realist Animal Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Paul Desmond BrownPolo Player Backshot 1935 Pen & Ink Drawing by Paul Brown, 1935

$2,500

H 15.75 in W 13 in

Polo Player Backshot 1935 Pen & Ink Drawing by Paul Brown

Located in Bristol, CT

depict horses in motion. During his career, he wrote and illustrated 32 books and illustrated another 100

Category

1930s Animal Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Ink, Pen

Paul Desmond Brown"Paul Brown Polo Player" 1939 Watercolor (SIGNED)

$3,500

H 16.25 in W 19.25 in

"Paul Brown Polo Player" 1939 Watercolor (SIGNED)

Located in Bristol, CT

horses in motion. During his career, he wrote and illustrated 32 books and illustrated another 100 by

Category

1930s Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

Materials

Paper, Watercolor

Addison JonesWestern Art, Black and White Prints, Horse Photography-Strength in Motion, 2022

Price Upon Request

H 48 in W 60 in

Western Art, Black and White Prints, Horse Photography-Strength in Motion

By Addison Jones

Located in Delaware , OH

Western Art, Black and White Prints, Horse Photography-Strength in Motion “I heard about the rodeo

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Black and White Photography

Materials

Rag Paper, Black and White

Elizabeth BellAntique American Oil Painting Framed Horse Race Elizabeth Bell Arabian Dappled, 1940

$2,400

H 19 in W 23 in

Antique American Oil Painting Framed Horse Race Elizabeth Bell Arabian Dappled

Located in Buffalo, NY

stature of an Arabian or American Saddlebred horse in motion. The artist captures the dynamic poise and

Category

1930s American Realist Animal Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Bradley Chance HaysBradley Chance Hays "Dance of the Wild" Modern Watercolor Horse Equine Painting, 2024

$3,200

H 29.5 in W 21.5 in

Bradley Chance Hays "Dance of the Wild" Modern Watercolor Horse Equine Painting

Located in Saratoga Springs, NY

horses in motion, rendered with loose linework and warm, earthy tones. The flowing drips and dynamic

Category

2010s Expressionist Animal Paintings

Materials

Ink, Mixed Media, Archival Paper, Watercolor

Drew DoggettIn a blur of motion, white horses gallop towards something out of frame, 2024

$2,350

H 24 in W 36 in D 0.1 in

In a blur of motion, white horses gallop towards something out of frame

By Drew Doggett

Located in US

In a blur of motion, white horses gallop towards something out of frame A herd of white horses

Category

2010s Minimalist Black and White Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Mark HarveyHalt by Mark Harvey. B+W Photo of horses legs. Stallion of power, 2023

$1,861

H 18 in W 32.4 in D 1 in

Halt by Mark Harvey. B+W Photo of horses legs. Stallion of power

Located in Coltishall, GB

control. This evocative black-and-white photograph captures the dynamic power of a horse in motion. The

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Portrait Photography

Materials

Photographic Paper, C Print

Paul Desmond BrownPaul Brown Original Pencil Drawing For The 1946 Scribner's Book "Fur Or Feather", 1946

$1,200

H 18.88 in W 13.63 in

Paul Brown Original Pencil Drawing For The 1946 Scribner's Book "Fur Or Feather"

Located in Bristol, CT

accurately depict horses in motion. During his career, he wrote and illustrated 32 books and illustrated

Category

1940s Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

Materials

Paper, Pencil

Paul Desmond BrownPaul Brown Original Pencil Drawing For The 1946 Scribner's Book "Fur Or Feather", 1946

$1,200

H 18.88 in W 13.88 in

Paul Brown Original Pencil Drawing For The 1946 Scribner's Book "Fur Or Feather"

Located in Bristol, CT

especially known for his gift to accurately depict horses in motion. During his career, he wrote and

Category

1940s Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

Materials

Paper, Pencil

John Frederick Herring Sr.The Pharaoh's Horses

$30,331

H 39 in W 39 in

The Pharaoh's Horses

By John Frederick Herring Sr.

Located in Stoke, Hampshire

ability to depict horses in motion, capturing not just their physical form, but their personalities and

Category

19th Century Victorian Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

Francesco CasanovaFrancesco Casanova (Venetian painter) - 18th century landscape - Battle scene, c. 1770

$4,210

H 14.18 in W 16.93 in

Francesco Casanova (Venetian painter) - 18th century landscape - Battle scene

Located in Varmo, IT

combat. Casanova's skill is evident in his rendering of the horses in motion, with particular attention

Category

Late 18th Century Rococo Animal Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

André BrasilierLa ronde des cavaliers by André Brasilier, 2022

$198,500

H 37.25 in W 47.75 in D 1.75 in

La ronde des cavaliers by André Brasilier

By André Brasilier

Located in New Orleans, LA

horses in motion, here depicted against the dramatic backdrop of a coastal landscape. The scene depicts

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Animal Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Gilbert HolidayHunting and falling of by a lake

$3,860Sale Price|20% Off

H 17.52 in W 18.9 in

Hunting and falling of by a lake

By Gilbert Holiday

Located in GB

capture the dynamism and elegance of horses in motion. Born in London on January 29, 1879, he was the son

Category

20th Century Impressionist Animal Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Paper, Pastel

James SeymourA Standing Leap at a Gate

$1,034

H 16.5 in W 20 in

A Standing Leap at a Gate

By James Seymour

Located in Stoke, Hampshire

energy of horses in motion, were widely admired and served as the basis for many notable prints. While

Category

18th Century Old Masters Animal Paintings

Materials

Mezzotint

Lionel Hamilton RenwickArab stallion in a landscape, Lionel Hamilton Renwick (1917-2003)

$4,136Sale Price|20% Off

H 16.54 in W 18.71 in

Arab stallion in a landscape, Lionel Hamilton Renwick (1917-2003)

Located in GB

typically feature horses in motion or repose, reflecting his deep understanding of their anatomy and spirit

Category

20th Century Animal Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Robert LadouOriginal French Anatomical Pencil Study of Horse’s Limb, 20th century

$551Sale Price|20% Off

H 20 in W 13 in D 1 in

Original French Anatomical Pencil Study of Horse’s Limb

By Robert Ladou

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

scientific work, aimed at understanding the functionality and structure of the horse's leg in motion. The

Category

20th Century Academic Animal Paintings

Materials

Pencil

Paul Desmond Brown"Golden Miller Winning The 1934 Aintree Grand National" Watercolor by Paul Brown, 1934

$6,000

H 16 in W 23 in

"Golden Miller Winning The 1934 Aintree Grand National" Watercolor by Paul Brown

Located in Bristol, CT

sketching, observing, and studying horses in motion and at rest. He continued to study them until he could

Category

1930s Other Art Style Animal Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Watercolor

Robert LadouMinimalist Sketch of a Horse and Rider Clearing a Jump, 20th century

$551Sale Price|20% Off

H 7 in W 8.25 in D 1 in

Minimalist Sketch of a Horse and Rider Clearing a Jump

By Robert Ladou

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

rider in motion. The artist's use of quick, fluid lines emphasizes the movement and power of the horse

Category

20th Century Academic Animal Paintings

Materials

Pencil

Fanch LelImpressionist Horse Racing Scene with Jockeys and Spectators under Violet Sky

$579Sale Price|20% Off

H 15 in W 18.25 in D 1 in

Impressionist Horse Racing Scene with Jockeys and Spectators under Violet Sky

By Fanch Lel

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

, French artist Fanch Lel captures the energy and pageantry of a horse race in full motion. A group of

Category

20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Zhang HongyuNocturnal Melody 25 by Zhang Hongyu - animal painting, running horses, dark, 2025

$11,429

H 51.19 in W 38.19 in

Nocturnal Melody 25 by Zhang Hongyu - animal painting, running horses, dark

By Zhang Hongyu

Located in Paris, FR

and complexity. The composition evokes abstracted horse silhouettes in motion, suggested through

Category

2010s Contemporary Animal Paintings

Materials

Pastel, Ink, Acrylic, Cardboard, Etching

French SchoolBright Contemporary Oil Painting of Jockeys Horse Racing Flat Out Full Pace, 20th Century

$661Sale Price|20% Off

H 15 in W 18 in

Bright Contemporary Oil Painting of Jockeys Horse Racing Flat Out Full Pace

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

painting vividly captures the intensity and excitement of a horse race in full motion. With its bold

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

Lambert de Hondt17th Century Flemish Old Master Oil on Panel Cavalry Skirmish Soldiers & Horses, 1650

$5,349Sale Price|20% Off

H 21 in W 27 in

17th Century Flemish Old Master Oil on Panel Cavalry Skirmish Soldiers & Horses

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

sense of motion and chaos. In the foreground, a fallen horse and soldiers convey the brutality of the

Category

Mid-17th Century Old Masters Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

John Frederick Herring Sr.The Galloping Racehorse, John Frederick Herring Sr (1795-1865)

$8,272Sale Price|20% Off

H 14.97 in W 18.9 in

The Galloping Racehorse, John Frederick Herring Sr (1795-1865)

By John Frederick Herring Sr.

Located in GB

appearing to be in motion. The horse is depicted with remarkable realism, its coat gleaming and flowing with

Category

19th Century Animal Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Jean-Baptiste Le PaonLE PAON Watercolor lavis ink Military scene castle bridge French 18th, 1785

$3,308

H 9.85 in W 12.21 in

LE PAON Watercolor lavis ink Military scene castle bridge French 18th

Located in PARIS, FR

dated 1784 is close to our watercolor. We find the same arching horse, a soldier on horseback in motion

Category

1780s Baroque Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Watercolor

Jill Soukup"Reverie" (2024) By Jill Soukup, Original Oil Painting on Board, 2024

$52,000

H 72 in W 92 in

"Reverie" (2024) By Jill Soukup, Original Oil Painting on Board

By Jill Soukup

Located in Denver, CO

Jill Soukup's "Reverie" (2024) is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts a horse kicking

Category

2010s Expressionist Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Guillaume AzoulayGuillaume Azoulay Lever de Soleil Limited Edition Etching Hand signed & Numbered, 2016

$3,450

H 31 in W 41.5 in D 1 in

Guillaume Azoulay Lever de Soleil Limited Edition Etching Hand signed & Numbered

By Guillaume Azoulay

Located in Plainview, NY

, especially with subjects like horses, dancers, and figures in motion. He masterfully captures a sense of

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist More Art

Materials

Etching

Alfred DubucandSigned, Bronze Hound Sculpture, circa 1885

$7,500

H 8.5 in W 11.5 in D 5.75 in

Signed, Bronze Hound Sculpture

By Alfred Dubucand

Located in Los Angeles, CA

was meticulous in his renderings of deer, dogs and horses in vivid motion.

Category

1880s Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

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Joseph PiccilloExtra Large Contemporary Joseph Piccillo Single Ballerina #9, 1997, 1997

Unavailable

H 68 in W 45 in

Extra Large Contemporary Joseph Piccillo Single Ballerina #9, 1997

By Joseph Piccillo

Located in Chicago, IL

Piccillo’s signature graphite and charcoal drawings and paintings feature horses in motion. These dynamic

Category

1990s Post-Modern Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Charcoal, Oil

Jylian GustlinEquus 24, 2017

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H 60 in W 48 in D 2 in

Equus 24

By Jylian Gustlin

Located in Park City, UT

. This gorgeous piece uses layers paper collage, pastel, and paint to depict a horse in motion.

Category

2010s Contemporary Animal Paintings

Materials

Wood, Paper, Oil Pastel, Pastel, Mixed Media, Acrylic, Wood Panel

Rebecca RobbPoise - 11" x 14" Oil on canvas $300

Unavailable

H 11 in W 14 in D 2 in

Poise - 11" x 14" Oil on canvas $300

Located in Agoura Hills, CA

soulful presence of African wildlife, the quiet strength of a horse in motion, or the vast serenity of a

Category

2010s Nude Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Rebecca RobbSerenity - 40" x 30" Oil on canvas $2500

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H 40 in W 30 in D 2 in

Serenity - 40" x 30" Oil on canvas $2500

Located in Agoura Hills, CA

soulful presence of African wildlife, the quiet strength of a horse in motion, or the vast serenity of a

Category

2010s Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Rebecca RobbLow Tide - 36" x 24" Oil on canvas

Unavailable

H 36 in W 24 in D 2 in

Low Tide - 36" x 24" Oil on canvas

Located in Agoura Hills, CA

soulful presence of African wildlife, the quiet strength of a horse in motion, or the vast serenity of a

Category

2010s Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Rebecca RobbWandering - 48" x 30" Oil on canvas $2900, 2025

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H 48 in W 30 in D 2 in

Wandering - 48" x 30" Oil on canvas $2900

Located in Agoura Hills, CA

soulful presence of African wildlife, the quiet strength of a horse in motion, or the vast serenity of a

Category

2010s Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Rebecca RobbTakes Me Away - 30" x 20" Oil on canvas $1200

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H 30 in W 20 in D 2 in

Takes Me Away - 30" x 20" Oil on canvas $1200

Located in Agoura Hills, CA

depicting the soulful presence of African wildlife, the quiet strength of a horse in motion, or the vast

Category

2010s Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Walter QuirtHorses and Man, 1959 Ab-Ex Mid-Century Painting w/Museum Provenance, 1959

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H 50 in W 58 in D 1.5 in

Horses and Man, 1959 Ab-Ex Mid-Century Painting w/Museum Provenance

By Walter Quirt

Located in Seattle, WA

Eleanor Quirt recalled her husband had a group of photographs of horses in motion by 19th century American

Category

Mid-20th Century Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Cecil K. Freedom Ride - Charcoal Drawing with Acrylic on paper of Horses, 2022

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H 24 in W 23 in

Freedom Ride - Charcoal Drawing with Acrylic on paper of Horses

Located in Columbus, OH

the delicate sensitivity of horses standing still and in motion. Artist bio: Cecil K. was born in

Category

2010s Contemporary Animal Paintings

Materials

Charcoal, Acrylic

Amy LaugesenSun and Moon (sculpture, horses, ceramic, steel, antique finish, blue, white)

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H 26.5 in W 16 in D 6.5 in

Sun and Moon (sculpture, horses, ceramic, steel, antique finish, blue, white)

By Amy Laugesen

Located in Basalt, CO

Two white and blue winged horses make a pair in this ceramic sculpture from Amy Laugesen. On each

Category

2010s Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Steel

Cecil K. Freedom Ride II - Charcoal Drawing with Acrylic on Paper of Horses, 2022

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H 36 in W 24 in

Freedom Ride II - Charcoal Drawing with Acrylic on Paper of Horses

Located in Columbus, OH

the delicate sensitivity of horses standing still and in motion. Artist bio: Cecil K. was born in

Category

2010s Contemporary Animal Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Charcoal, Acrylic

Valeria RadzievskaMagic White: Two Horses, Painting, Oil on Canvas, 2022

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H 36 in W 48 in D 0.8 in

Magic White: Two Horses, Painting, Oil on Canvas

Located in Yardley, PA

horses create a harmonious monochrome range. The beauty and grace of horses in motion. Large interior

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Neil CliffordWild Heart, 2019

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H 24 in W 24 in D 8 in

Wild Heart

By Neil Clifford

Located in Bloomfield, ON

Arresting sculpture of a powerful horse in motion. Created in plaster, then burnished and hand

Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Plaster, Oil, Acrylic

Chris Brizzard'On the Run, ' by Chris Brizzard, Pastel on Paper Drawing, 2019

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H 20.5 in W 16.5 in D 1 in

'On the Run, ' by Chris Brizzard, Pastel on Paper Drawing

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

This framed 20.5" x 16.5" pastel drawing on paper by artist Chris Brizzard depicts a white horse in

Category

2010s Contemporary Animal Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Pastel, Paper

Joseph PiccilloHyperrealist Contemporary Horse Graphite Drawing Joseph Piccillo Framed B&W, 2016

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H 65 in W 48 in

Hyperrealist Contemporary Horse Graphite Drawing Joseph Piccillo Framed B&W

By Joseph Piccillo

Located in Buffalo, NY

motion. His dramatic compositions depict horses running and leaping through mid-air at foreshortened

Category

2010s Photorealist Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Paper, Charcoal, Graphite

Diana TremainePull, 2016

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H 60 in W 48 in D 2.75 in

Pull

By Diana Tremaine

Located in Burlingame, CA

Equestrian painting of a horse in motion by Diana Tremaine, whose large-scale, dynamic, figurative

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Animal Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Bradley Chance HaysBradley Chance Hays, "Blue" Colorful Abstract Western Horse Equine Painting, 2024

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H 48 in W 60 in

Bradley Chance Hays, "Blue" Colorful Abstract Western Horse Equine Painting

Located in Saratoga Springs, NY

colorful painting of the side view of a horse in motion. Hays chose to use a jewel tone color palette for

Category

2010s Expressionist Animal Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Paul Desmond Brown'Winston FC Guest Shelburne Polo' c.1935 Watercolor by Paul Desmond Brown, 1935

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H 17 in W 16 in

'Winston FC Guest Shelburne Polo' c.1935 Watercolor by Paul Desmond Brown

Located in Bristol, CT

, observing, and studying horses in motion and at rest. He continued to study them until he could draw them

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Julie Ferris"Infinite" - American Realism - Horse Painting - Rosa Bonheur, 2021

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Donna BernsteinInvincible, Painting, Acrylic on Canvas, 2016

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Invincible, Painting, Acrylic on Canvas

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Kim FrohsinBlue Horse Grid, 2003

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Vladimir NasonovEvening Lights, 1999

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Evening Lights

Located in New Orleans, LA

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Robert LadouSimplistic French Equine Line Drawing on a Black Background, 20th century

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Barbara Geldermann Hails"Glorious Morning" - Framed Modern Horse Racer Pastel Painting, 1981

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Julie Ferris"Sculpture in Motion" - American Realism - Horse Painting - Rosa Bonheur, 2019

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James SeymourA horse being led from a stable

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energy of horses in motion, were widely admired and served as the basis for many notable prints. While

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Heather St Clair Davies'In Full Flow' - A Hunting scene

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James Seymour'Ironsides' a famous Hunter belonging to the Earl of Halifax

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Robert LadouOriginal French Anatomical Study of a Horse's Stride, 20th century

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Eadweard MuybridgeMuseum poster, From the series Animal Locomotion black and white vintage style, 2018

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