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George Stubbs Painting Reproductions 4 of 6
1724-1806
English Romanticism Painter
George Stubbs was an English painter and anatomist, born on August 25, 1724, in Liverpool, England. He is best known for his exceptional paintings of animals, particularly horses, which showcased his remarkable skill in capturing anatomical accuracy and naturalistic depictions. Stubbs' works not only celebrated the beauty of animals but also contributed to scientific understanding and the field of veterinary anatomy.
Stubbs initially had an interest in art and anatomy from a young age. He studied human anatomy and dissection at York Hospital and attended classes at the Academy of St. Martin's in London. His meticulous study of anatomy laid the foundation for his later paintings, as he sought to understand the structure and movement of animals with scientific precision.
In the 1750s, Stubbs began to focus on equestrian subjects, becoming the leading painter of horses in 18th-century England. His paintings portrayed horses in various poses and situations, including racing, hunting, and portraiture. Stubbs had a deep understanding of equine anatomy, and his attention to detail and accuracy set him apart from his contemporaries.
Stubbs' groundbreaking approach to depicting animals involved direct observation and dissection. He studied and sketched animal carcasses to gain a thorough understanding of their internal structures. His ability to accurately depict muscles, bones, and other anatomical details in his paintings showcased his scientific approach to art.
In addition to horses, Stubbs also painted other animals, including dogs, lions, tigers, and exotic creatures. His works captured the essence of these animals, their natural behavior, and the landscapes in which they lived. Stubbs often portrayed animals in their natural habitats, emphasizing their individuality and unique personalities.
Apart from his animal paintings, Stubbs also explored other genres, including portraits and landscapes. His portraiture work included human subjects, as well as famous racehorses and their owners. Stubbs' attention to detail and ability to capture the likeness of both animals and people made his portraits highly sought after.
Stubbs' contributions to the understanding of animal anatomy went beyond his art. In 1766, he published "The Anatomy of the Horse," a groundbreaking scientific work that became a standard reference for veterinarians and anatomists. The book included detailed engravings based on his dissections and observations, further demonstrating his commitment to combining art and science.
George Stubbs' work had a lasting impact on both the art world and the field of veterinary science. His precise anatomical renderings and naturalistic depictions of animals set new standards in animal painting. Today, his works can be found in major museums and art collections worldwide, and his legacy as a master of animal painting and scientific observation continues to be celebrated.
Stubbs initially had an interest in art and anatomy from a young age. He studied human anatomy and dissection at York Hospital and attended classes at the Academy of St. Martin's in London. His meticulous study of anatomy laid the foundation for his later paintings, as he sought to understand the structure and movement of animals with scientific precision.
In the 1750s, Stubbs began to focus on equestrian subjects, becoming the leading painter of horses in 18th-century England. His paintings portrayed horses in various poses and situations, including racing, hunting, and portraiture. Stubbs had a deep understanding of equine anatomy, and his attention to detail and accuracy set him apart from his contemporaries.
Stubbs' groundbreaking approach to depicting animals involved direct observation and dissection. He studied and sketched animal carcasses to gain a thorough understanding of their internal structures. His ability to accurately depict muscles, bones, and other anatomical details in his paintings showcased his scientific approach to art.
In addition to horses, Stubbs also painted other animals, including dogs, lions, tigers, and exotic creatures. His works captured the essence of these animals, their natural behavior, and the landscapes in which they lived. Stubbs often portrayed animals in their natural habitats, emphasizing their individuality and unique personalities.
Apart from his animal paintings, Stubbs also explored other genres, including portraits and landscapes. His portraiture work included human subjects, as well as famous racehorses and their owners. Stubbs' attention to detail and ability to capture the likeness of both animals and people made his portraits highly sought after.
Stubbs' contributions to the understanding of animal anatomy went beyond his art. In 1766, he published "The Anatomy of the Horse," a groundbreaking scientific work that became a standard reference for veterinarians and anatomists. The book included detailed engravings based on his dissections and observations, further demonstrating his commitment to combining art and science.
George Stubbs' work had a lasting impact on both the art world and the field of veterinary science. His precise anatomical renderings and naturalistic depictions of animals set new standards in animal painting. Today, his works can be found in major museums and art collections worldwide, and his legacy as a master of animal painting and scientific observation continues to be celebrated.
125 George Stubbs Paintings
Portrait of Mrs Dawson of Retford and Her Daughter c.1749
Oil Painting
$1583
$1583
Canvas Print
$51.87
$51.87
SKU: STG-11652
George Stubbs
Original Size: 113.8 x 90.7 cm
Ferens Art Gallery, Hull City, UK
George Stubbs
Original Size: 113.8 x 90.7 cm
Ferens Art Gallery, Hull City, UK
Labourers 1781
Oil Painting
$1909
$1909
Canvas Print
$57.46
$57.46
SKU: STG-11653
George Stubbs
Original Size: 69.9 x 91.4 cm
Yale Center for British Art, Connecticut, USA
George Stubbs
Original Size: 69.9 x 91.4 cm
Yale Center for British Art, Connecticut, USA
The Grosvenor Hunt 1762
Oil Painting
$4045
$4045
Canvas Print
$49.88
$49.88
SKU: STG-11654
George Stubbs
Original Size: 150 x 241.3 cm
Private Collection
George Stubbs
Original Size: 150 x 241.3 cm
Private Collection
Turf c.1765
Oil Painting
$1481
$1481
Canvas Print
$59.79
$59.79
SKU: STG-11655
George Stubbs
Original Size: 96.4 x 124.5 cm
Yale Center for British Art, Connecticut, USA
George Stubbs
Original Size: 96.4 x 124.5 cm
Yale Center for British Art, Connecticut, USA
The Labourers 1779
Oil Painting
$1962
$1962
Canvas Print
$49.88
$49.88
SKU: STG-11656
George Stubbs
Original Size: unknown
Public Collection
George Stubbs
Original Size: unknown
Public Collection
Sir John Nelthorpe, 6th Baronet out Shooting with ... 1776
Oil Painting
$1405
$1405
Canvas Print
$55.70
$55.70
SKU: STG-11657
George Stubbs
Original Size: 61 x 71.1 cm
Private Collection
George Stubbs
Original Size: 61 x 71.1 cm
Private Collection
The Third Duke of Dorset's Hunter with a Groom ... 1768
Oil Painting
$1748
$1748
Canvas Print
$59.79
$59.79
SKU: STG-11678
George Stubbs
Original Size: 101.6 x 126.4 cm
Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA
George Stubbs
Original Size: 101.6 x 126.4 cm
Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA
Lion and Lioness 1771
Oil Painting
$1514
$1514
Canvas Print
$51.75
$51.75
SKU: STG-11679
George Stubbs
Original Size: 102.9 x 127.6 cm
Boston Museum of Fine Arts, Massachusetts, USA
George Stubbs
Original Size: 102.9 x 127.6 cm
Boston Museum of Fine Arts, Massachusetts, USA
White Poodle in a Punt c.1780
Oil Painting
$1834
$1834
Canvas Print
$60.76
$60.76
SKU: STG-11680
George Stubbs
Original Size: 127 x 101.5 cm
National Gallery of Art, Washington, USA
George Stubbs
Original Size: 127 x 101.5 cm
National Gallery of Art, Washington, USA
Captain Samuel Sharpe Pocklington with His Wife, ... 1769
Oil Painting
$2537
$2537
Canvas Print
$49.88
$49.88
SKU: STG-11681
George Stubbs
Original Size: 100.2 x 126.6 cm
National Gallery of Art, Washington, USA
George Stubbs
Original Size: 100.2 x 126.6 cm
National Gallery of Art, Washington, USA
Viscount Gormanston's White Dog 1781
Oil Painting
$1280
$1280
Canvas Print
$49.88
$49.88
SKU: STG-11684
George Stubbs
Original Size: 90.5 x 138 cm
Private Collection
George Stubbs
Original Size: 90.5 x 138 cm
Private Collection
Brood Mares and Foals n.d.
Oil Painting
$1897
$1897
Canvas Print
$49.88
$49.88
SKU: STG-11685
George Stubbs
Original Size: 99.7 x 188.6 cm
Private Collection
George Stubbs
Original Size: 99.7 x 188.6 cm
Private Collection
Portrait of Baron de Robeck Riding a Bay Hunter 1791
Oil Painting
$1822
$1822
Canvas Print
$49.88
$49.88
SKU: STG-11686
George Stubbs
Original Size: 101.5 x 127 cm
Private Collection
George Stubbs
Original Size: 101.5 x 127 cm
Private Collection
Horse Devoured by a Lion 1763
Oil Painting
$1874
$1874
Canvas Print
$49.88
$49.88
SKU: STG-11687
George Stubbs
Original Size: 69.2 x 103.5 cm
Tate Gallery, London, UK
George Stubbs
Original Size: 69.2 x 103.5 cm
Tate Gallery, London, UK
Antinoüs, a Chestnut Racehorse in a Landscape n.d.
Oil Painting
$1416
$1416
Canvas Print
$64.61
$64.61
SKU: STG-11688
George Stubbs
Original Size: 61 x 70.2 cm
Private Collection
George Stubbs
Original Size: 61 x 70.2 cm
Private Collection
Fino and Tiny 1791
Oil Painting
$1347
$1347
Canvas Print
$49.88
$49.88
SKU: STG-11689
George Stubbs
Original Size: 101.6 x 127 cm
The Royal Collection, London, UK
George Stubbs
Original Size: 101.6 x 127 cm
The Royal Collection, London, UK
Red Deer, a Buck and a Doe 1792
Oil Painting
$1656
$1656
Canvas Print
$49.88
$49.88
SKU: STG-11690
George Stubbs
Original Size: 102 x 128 cm
The Royal Collection, London, UK
George Stubbs
Original Size: 102 x 128 cm
The Royal Collection, London, UK
Sir Sidney Meadows 1778
Oil Painting
$1679
$1679
Canvas Print
$49.88
$49.88
SKU: STG-11691
George Stubbs
Original Size: 82.5 x 101.6 cm
The Royal Collection, London, UK
George Stubbs
Original Size: 82.5 x 101.6 cm
The Royal Collection, London, UK
A Rough Dog 1790
Oil Painting
$1403
$1403
Canvas Print
$61.44
$61.44
SKU: STG-11692
George Stubbs
Original Size: 101.5 x 127.1 cm
The Royal Collection, London, UK
George Stubbs
Original Size: 101.5 x 127.1 cm
The Royal Collection, London, UK
Soldiers of the 10th Light Dragoons 1793
Oil Painting
$2575
$2575
SKU: STG-11693
George Stubbs
Original Size: 102.2 x 128.1 cm
The Royal Collection, London, UK
George Stubbs
Original Size: 102.2 x 128.1 cm
The Royal Collection, London, UK
Baronet with Samuel Chifney up 1791
Oil Painting
$1589
$1589
Canvas Print
$49.88
$49.88
SKU: STG-11694
George Stubbs
Original Size: 102.1 x 127.8 cm
The Royal Collection, London, UK
George Stubbs
Original Size: 102.1 x 127.8 cm
The Royal Collection, London, UK
A Grey Horse 1793
Oil Painting
$1553
$1553
Canvas Print
$60.89
$60.89
SKU: STG-11695
George Stubbs
Original Size: 102.2 x 127.3 cm
The Royal Collection, London, UK
George Stubbs
Original Size: 102.2 x 127.3 cm
The Royal Collection, London, UK
A Grey Horse 1793
Oil Painting
$1571
$1571
Canvas Print
$60.48
$60.48
SKU: STG-11696
George Stubbs
Original Size: 102.2 x 127.6 cm
The Royal Collection, London, UK
George Stubbs
Original Size: 102.2 x 127.6 cm
The Royal Collection, London, UK
John Gascoigne with a Bay Horse 1791
Oil Painting
$1730
$1730
Canvas Print
$49.88
$49.88
SKU: STG-11697
George Stubbs
Original Size: 101.7 x 127.7 cm
The Royal Collection, London, UK
George Stubbs
Original Size: 101.7 x 127.7 cm
The Royal Collection, London, UK