Spearing the Otter by Philip Reinagle. A group of men and hunting dogs pursue an otter at the edge of a river beneath a turbulent, overcast sky.

Spearing the Otter

Philip Reinagle

1805 · Oil Paint, Canvas

A classic 19th-century British sporting scene capturing a dramatic hunt along a riverbank.

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Where it works

A weightier piece with lively force in a warmer tonal register — supports a polished room with depth.

Often works in
Living Room · Library · Study
Placement
Works well when the wall can carry a broader statement
Walls
Best where a lighter wall gives it room to show
Color notes
Charcoal black, Soft gray, Rich brown

About the piece

Painted in 1805 by Philip Reinagle, this oil on canvas depicts the intense movement of a riverbank hunt. The composition expertly balances the active pursuit of the hounds on the left with a sweeping, moody landscape typical of the British sporting tradition, characterized by deep tonal values and atmospheric light.