Mid-Century Oil Painting — Rider with Sword and Two Black Horses, Signed “SH” View Watchlist >
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Mid-Century Oil Painting — Rider with Sword and Two Black Horses, Signed “SH”
A bold and expressive oil on canvas, this mid-century work captures a dramatic equestrian scene with striking movement and color. The central figure, robed in vivid red, rides a muscular black horse while holding what appears to be a sword or lance, suggesting ceremonial or martial intent. A second horse mirrors the motion beside him, adding rhythm and narrative depth. The scene unfolds in sweeping impasto strokes, with dynamic brushwork and a layered background in soft neutrals, olive, and ochre tones.
The painting is signed “SH” at the lower left and presented in its original mid-century frame, featuring a wood surround with green velvet matting (no glass). With its emotive energy, stylized figuration, and bold palette, the piece evokes a modernist aesthetic rooted in both classical subject matter and abstract expressionist influence. A compelling work for collectors of mid-century figurative art.
Medium:
Oil on Stretched Canvas
Signature:
Signed “SH” at lower left
Era:
Mid-20th Century (Mid-Century Modern)
Frame:
Original wood frame with green velvet matting (no glass)
Dimensions:
- Overall (framed): 28 x 34 inches
- Visible (canvas): 23 x 29 1/2 inches
Condition:
In good vintage condition. The canvas is taut with vibrant color and no signs of puncture or overpainting. There is visible wear to the frame and velvet matting, including minor scuffing and surface aging, all consistent with mid-century display. Please review photos for additional condition detail.
