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Antique Framed Print : A Steeplechase, Near the Finish (oil on canvas)
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A Steeplechase, Near the Finish (oil on canvas)
XYC157044 A Steeplechase, Near the Finish (oil on canvas) by Alken, Henry Thomas (1785-1851); 25.4x35.6 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection, USA; English, out of copyright
Media ID 12732000
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Fence Hedge Horserace Jockey Jumping Onlookers Racing Sporting Art Winning
14"x12" (36x31cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, the Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 17.5cm (9.6" x 6.9")
Estimated Product Size is 36.3cm x 31.2cm (14.3" x 12.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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A Steeplechase, Near the Finish
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captures the exhilarating moment of a thrilling horse race as it reaches its climax. Painted by Henry Thomas Alken, this oil on canvas print measures 25.4x35.6 cm and is housed in the prestigious Yale Center for British Art's Paul Mellon Collection in the USA. The artwork showcases a jockey and his trusty steed soaring over a formidable fence with remarkable agility and grace. The picturesque countryside serves as a backdrop, adding to the sense of adventure and excitement that permeates every brushstroke. As the crowd eagerly watches from behind an intricately designed hedge, their anticipation builds towards witnessing who will emerge victorious in this intense competition. The atmosphere is electric, with onlookers holding their breaths while cheering for their favorite rider. Alken's mastery lies not only in capturing the physical prowess of both horse and rider but also in conveying the spirit of horseracing itself – an embodiment of determination, skill, and sheer adrenaline-fueled passion. This piece belongs to sporting art genre - immortalizing one of England's most beloved pastimes: horseracing. It transports viewers into a world where time stands still during those fleeting moments when victory hangs delicately between triumph or defeat. With its timeless appeal and artistic finesse, "A Steeplechase Near the Finish" continues to captivate audiences worldwide through its depiction of equestrian excellence at its finest.
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