The Third Duke of Dorset's Hunter with a Groom and a Dog
Gilded Rosette / 5 X 7
$85.00
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The Third Duke of Dorset's Hunter with a Groom and a Dog
$85.00
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The Third Duke of Dorset's Hunter with a Groom and a Dog
1768
George Stubbs (British, 1724–1806)
In this refined composition, George Stubbs—renowned for his anatomical precision and elegant equine portraits—presents a dignified hunter belonging to the Third Duke of Dorset, attended by a groom and accompanied by a loyal hound. Painted in 1768, the work reflects the aristocratic ideals of leisure, mastery over nature, and refined taste. Stubbs balances scientific accuracy with grace, capturing the horse’s poised musculature and calm temperament. The inclusion of the groom subtly alludes to the social hierarchy of the era, while the dog introduces a note of companionship. Set against a serene landscape, the painting celebrates the harmony between human, animal, and environment, emblematic of Stubbs's lifelong dedication to observation and restraint.
*Courtesy of the Metropolitan Museum of Art
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