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Captain Samuel Sharpe Pocklington with His Wife and Sister
George Stubbs
1769 · Oil Paint, Canvas
A grand 18th-century portrait by George Stubbs capturing a military captain, his family, and a fine bay horse in an atmospheric landscape.
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Where it works
A weightier piece with steady character with softened warm notes — brings a composed sense of weight.
- Often works in
- Dining Room · Library · Study
- Placement
- Reads best above substantial furniture or an open wall
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- Benefits from light or mid-tone surroundings
- Color notes
- Charcoal black, Rich brown, Soft white
About the piece
Painted in 1769 by the legendary George Stubbs, this masterful conversation piece exemplifies the elegance of the British sporting tradition. The composition features Captain Samuel Sharpe Pocklington alongside his wife and sister, centered by a meticulously rendered horse that demonstrates the artist's unparalleled anatomical skill. Set beneath the boughs of a sheltering oak against a misty lakeside backdrop, the work balances refined portraiture with a deep appreciation for the natural world, making it a sophisticated addition to any traditional interior.
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