Equestrian & Animals
Epsom Races: The Race Over
James Pollard
A vibrant and detailed 19th-century English sporting scene depicting the lively atmosphere following a race at Epsom.
In the Starter's Hands
John Michael Skipper
1850 · Oil Paint, Canvas
This 1850 oil painting captures the tension and energy of jockeys and horses at the starting line of a race.
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Where it works
A moderate artwork with a brighter pulse with warm, lived-in color — holds a wall without competing for attention.
- Often works in
- Living Room · Office · Library
- Placement
- Reads naturally above long furniture lines
- Walls
- Reads strongest when the wall gives it contrast
- Color notes
- Deep burgundy, Olive green, Blue-green
About the piece
Painted in 1850 by John Michael Skipper, this work vividly depicts the high-stakes moment of horses 'in the starter's hands.' The piece features a masterful rendering of equine anatomy and the colorful silks of the jockeys, set against a soft, atmospheric landscape that highlights the drama of the race start.
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