Rare 19th Century Mezzotint After Heywood Hardy – Lady with Horse & Dogs Framed
$172.68
Rare 19th Century Mezzotint After Heywood Hardy – Lady with Horse & Dogs Framed
A beautiful and highly decorative 19th-century colour mezzotint attributed to the work of renowned British sporting artist Heywood Hardy (1842–1933), presented in a fabulous Arts and Crafts wooden frame.
This charming Victorian country scene depicts an elegantly dressed young lady offering a treat to her magnificent dark bay horse, while two faithful dogs look on expectantly.
The lady wears a fashionable grey riding habit with delicate lace detailing, beautifully capturing the elegance and refinement of Victorian equestrian society.
The subtle colouring, wonderful attention to detail and atmospheric woodland setting make this a particularly appealing sporting subject.
About the Artist -
Heywood Hardy (1842–1933) was a distinguished British painter celebrated for his equestrian portraits, hunting scenes, sporting subjects and depictions of fashionable country life.
His exceptional ability to portray horses and dogs made his work particularly desirable among Victorian sporting enthusiasts and collectors.
Hardy exhibited at the Royal Academy and his paintings remain sought after by collectors of traditional British sporting art.
Fabulous Arts & Crafts Frame
One of the particularly attractive features of this piece is its substantial Arts and Crafts style oak-coloured wooden frame, featuring distinctive geometric construction, exposed circular fixings and decorative carved detailing.
The frame has a wonderful architectural quality and complements the Victorian sporting scene beautifully.
The print is surrounded by a wide cream mount.
Measurements
Overall framed size: approximately 67 × 81.5 cm.
Condition
Vintage and antique wear consistent with age, including some discolouration to the mount and minor wear to the wooden frame.
Please examine the photographs carefully as they form part of the description.
A fabulous decorative piece, perfect for a country house, equestrian enthusiast, sporting art collector or anyone furnishing a traditional English interior.
An elegant Victorian sporting subject beautifully complemented by its striking Arts and Crafts frame.
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