George Stubbs, 1724–1806, British, Study of a Racehorse in Action: Galloping to Left, a Semi-Anatomical Study, with Skin Flayed to Show Action of Muscles, undated
- Title:
- Study of a Racehorse in Action: Galloping to Left, a Semi-Anatomical Study, with Skin Flayed to Show Action of Muscles
- Date:
- undated
- Materials & Techniques:
- Red chalk and graphite on thin, smooth, cream wove paper
- Dimensions:
- Sheet: 6 3/4 x 10 5/8 inches (17.1 x 27 cm)
- Inscription(s)/Marks/Lettering:
"1802" watermark
- Credit Line:
- Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection
- Copyright Status:
- Public Domain
- Accession Number:
- B2001.2.1263
- Classification:
- Drawings & Watercolors
- Collection:
- Prints and Drawings
- Subject Terms:
- figure study | horse (animal) | study (visual work) | tail (hanging)
- Access:
- Accessible by appointment in the Study Room [Request]
Note: The Study Room is open by appointment. Please visit the Study Room page on our website for more details. - Link:
- https://collections.britishart.yale.edu/catalog/tms:21334
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George Stubbs in the Collection of Paul Mellon: a Memorial Exhibition (Yale Center for British Art, 1999-04-30 - 1999-09-05) [YCBA Objects in the Exhibition] [Exhibition Description]
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