Pumpkin with a Stable-lad by George Stubbs. A chestnut horse stands in profile beside a river, approached by a young stable-lad in a red jacket holding a sieve.

Pumpkin with a Stable-lad

George Stubbs

1774 · Oil Paint, Panel

An elegant 18th-century equestrian portrait capturing a moment of quiet interaction between a horse and its handler.

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Where it works

A measured, grounding piece in walnut and cognac tones — adds structure to a more polished room.

Often works in
Dining Room · Living Room · Study
Placement
Works well as a measured horizontal anchor
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Reads strongest when the wall gives it contrast
Color notes
Rich brown, Soft gray, Warm beige

About the piece

Painted in 1774 by George Stubbs, this work showcases the artist's unparalleled skill in equine anatomy. The composition features 'Pumpkin,' a chestnut horse, in a serene riverside setting, accompanied by a stable-lad in a vibrant red coat, creating a classic example of British sporting art from the Yale Center for British Art collection.