Lord Lowther's Spaniel, winner of the 1831 Derby, with jockey up, on a racecourse
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of John Snr Ferneley's Lord Lowther's Spaniel, winner of the 1831 Derby, with jockey up, on a racecourse 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
This dynamic oil painting by John Ferneley Snr (1782–1860), one of England’s foremost equestrian artists, captures the victorious Lord Lowther’s Spaniel mid-gallop with its jockey at the 1831 Epsom Derby – a pivotal moment in British sporting history. Ferneley’s meticulous Academic style renders every muscle taut beneath the chestnut stallion’s gleaming coat, the jockey’s silks fluttering with Impressionistic energy against a backdrop of hazy spectator stands. Commissioned by William Lowther, 2nd Earl of Lonsdale, the work exemplifies early Victorian sporting art’s transition from formal portraiture to dramatic narrative, anticipating the photo-realistic racing scenes of later 19th-century artists like Munnings. As part of Ferneley’s acclaimed Derby winner series (1831–1835), it holds particular significance for combining documentary precision with Romantic vitality – note how the diagonal thrust of the horse’s legs creates cinematic movement, while the muted earth tones ground the composition in period authenticity.
For contemporary display, this 36 x 48 inch canvas demands a commanding position in traditional or equestrian-themed interiors – ideally above a mantel in a wood-paneled study or within the leather-and-mahogany ambiance of a private club. The painting’s warm umber and ochre palette pairs elegantly with Chesterfield sofas in oxblood leather or William Morris botanical wallpapers. In office settings, position the work opposite windows to animate its dynamic brushwork with changing light, ensuring the gold-leaf frame echoes other gilded accents in the space. A scaled-down giclée reproduction (24 x 32 inches) could effectively anchor a collector’s hallway when flanked by brass equine sculptures and framed racing silks. Crucially, maintain at least 8 feet of viewing distance to appreciate Ferneley’s intricate detailing of the horse’s conformation – a feature that enthralled both Victorian gentry and modern Thoroughbred breeders alike.
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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.
