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Orlando, a Bay Racehorse in a Loosebox, 1845 (oil on panel)
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Orlando, a Bay Racehorse in a Loosebox, 1845 (oil on panel)
824227 Orlando, a Bay Racehorse in a Loosebox, 1845 (oil on panel) by Herring Snr, John Frederick (1795-1865); 34.9x45.1 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Orlando, a Bay Racehorse in a Loosebox. John Frederick Herring, Sr. (1795-1865). Oil on panel. Dated 1845. 34.9 x 45.1cm.); Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23671884
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1840s 1845 Animal Theme Animal Themes British Art British Pictures 1500 1850 Brown Clipped Crop Crops Derby Docked Harvest Harvester Harvesting Horse Race Horse Racing John Frederick Herring Senior John Frederick Herring Snr Mane Mid 19th Century Mid Nineteenth Century One Animal Orlando Plaited Race Horse Racing Horse Shining Shiny Straw Tail Thoroughbred Victorian Art Oil On Panel
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This print showcases "Orlando, a Bay Racehorse in a Loosebox" painted by John Frederick Herring Sr. in 1845. The oil on panel artwork measures 34.9x45.1 cm and is part of a private collection. Herring's exquisite brushwork brings to life the majestic presence of Orlando, a magnificent bay racehorse standing inside the loosebox. With its rich brown coat glistening under the light, Orlando exudes power and elegance as it gazes confidently into the distance. The painting captures a moment frozen in time, allowing us to appreciate every detail from Orlando's docked tail to its meticulously plaited mane. The artist's attention to realism is evident as he portrays the horse's muscular physique and strong posture with great precision. Set against a backdrop of straw-filled flooring and harvested crops outside, this piece beautifully combines elements of agriculture and sporting culture prevalent during the mid-19th century. It transports viewers back to an era when horse racing was not only an exhilarating sport but also deeply intertwined with farming traditions. With no human figures present, Herring directs our focus solely on Orlando, emphasizing its significance as both an athletic competitor and a symbol of beauty in nature. This remarkable artwork serves as a testament to Herring's mastery as well as his ability to capture the essence of these noble creatures through his brushstrokes.
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