Painting: Fox Hunt

This painting depicts a hunting scene, an oil on panel in the tradition of English representations. It captures the very essence of traditional stag hunting. The composition centers on a rider in a red coat, mounted on a dappled gray horse with a noble bearing. He is accompanied by his pack of hounds actively searching across rolling terrain. In the background, two other riders complete the scene, adding interesting depth of field. The sky, filled with contrasting, wispy clouds, lends the work a dramatic atmosphere typical of 19th-century countryside landscapes. The frame is made of wood and gilt stucco in the Napoleon III style. The frame is richly decorated with acanthus leaf motifs and beaded friezes, providing depth that enhances the painting.