The Colt in Breaking – Vintage British Equestrian Horse Print – Framed

A charming example of traditional British sporting art, The Colt in Breaking depicts a beautifully saddled chestnut horse accompanied by a stable handler, set against a picturesque countryside backdrop.

Presented in a distinctive circular composition, the artwork features warm, muted colors and period-style detailing. A mature tree frames the scene, while the stable architecture and pastoral landscape evoke the timeless charm of English country life.

The composition is associated with the historical British sporting print series The Life and Death of a Race Horse, after artist Thomas Gooch (1750–1802).

Artwork Details

• Title: The Colt in Breaking

• Artist Attribution: After Thomas Gooch (1750–1802), subject to confirmation

• Subject: British Equestrian / Sporting Art

• Medium: Colored print on paper; printing technique unverified

• Framed Dimensions: 16.75" W × 14.5" H

• Frame: Wood-tone frame with gold-tone inner trim

• Presentation: Framed under glass

• Orientation: Horizontal (Landscape)

• Printing Date: Undetermined

Condition

Vintage condition with visible age-related wear, toning, discoloration, and imperfections consistent with an older work on paper.

A darker vertical area is visible through the center of the artwork; it has not been determined whether this is discoloration in the print or a reflection on the glass.

The frame exhibits minor cosmetic wear consistent with age and handling.

Please review all photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the condition description.

Historical Interest

The Colt in Breaking belongs to a series of equestrian compositions associated with Thomas Gooch, whose work celebrated British horses and sporting traditions.

The original series has been documented in historical art and auction references. The printing date and edition of this particular example have not been independently authenticated.

A distinctive piece for horse lovers, equestrian collectors, and admirers of traditional British country-house decor.

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