Whistlejacket 1761-62
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of George Stubbs's Whistlejacket 1761-62 into your home with a handmade oil painting reproduction. Carefully recreated on canvas by skilled artists using traditional techniques, this piece captures the delicate brushwork, subtle light, and vibrant color of the original masterpiece. With museum-level quality and rich texture, it brings elegance and artistic depth to any space. Enjoy free shipping and make this masterpiece a part of your personal collection.
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Original Description
The masterpiece Whistlejacket (1761-62) by George Stubbs is a breathtaking, life-size portrait of a rearing Arabian racehorse isolated against a stark cream background. With electrifying realism, Stubbs captures every straining sinew, the glossy coat reflecting light, and the wild, rolling eye of the noble animal mid-movement as if bursting from the canvas. Painted for the horse’s owner, the 2nd Marquess of Rockingham, the work defies traditional equestrian portraits by omitting any rider or landscape—placing sole focus on Whistlejacket’s untamed vitality. Stubbs’s meticulous anatomical studies, informed by dissections, revolutionized animal painting with scientific precision, elevating Whistlejacket into an icon of British art. Its dramatic simplicity and emotional intensity straddle Enlightenment rationality and Romantic energy, securing its legacy as one of the National Gallery, London’s most revered treasures.
For interior styling, Whistlejacket commands attention best in a refined, uncluttered space—think a grand living room with high ceilings or a minimalist office where its dynamic energy becomes a focal point. Frame it in a slender gilt or black lacquer frame to harmonize with both classic and contemporary settings. The painting’s warm cream background pairs elegantly with neutral tones (taupe, charcoal) or rich jewel hues (deep emerald, sapphire blue) in furnishings. Given its sizable original (292 x 246 cm), opt for a high-quality reproduction scaled proportionally to your wall: oversized in a statement hallway or moderately sized above a low-profile sofa. Balance its vigor with sleek furniture—a mid-century console or a tailored Chesterfield sofa—to let Stubbs’s equine genius gallop undisturbed into your decor narrative.
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Lead Time & Shipping
When you order this oil painting replica, it typically takes 2-3 weeks to paint. If the artwork is more complex, it might need a little more time to ensure the best quality. Once it's ready, we'll send you a photo for your approval. After you give the green light, we'll ship it to you for free.
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Return & Refund
We believe in the quality of our hand-painted oil painting reproductions, and your satisfaction is our priority. If for any reason, you are not completely satisfied with your purchase, we offer a 45-day return policy. You can return your artwork within 45 days of receipt and receive a full refund. Please note that the artwork must be returned in the original packaging and in the same condition as it was received.
