Full Cry (1802)
Technique: Giclée quality print
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Samuel Howitt's "Full Cry" (1802) is a captivating artwork that vividly captures the explosive energy and dynamic movement of a traditional British fox hunt. In this painting, Howitt expertly renders a scene filled with motion and narrative.The composition showcases several riders and their hounds, all in earnest pursuit against a sprawling countryside backdrop. Center stage, a rider in a bright red hunting coat and a black cap leaps energetically over a fence on a pale horse, a pose that highlights both the horse's power and the rider's skill. Following closely are two more riders, similarly attired, their figures suggesting rapid movement as they navigate the landscape with intent.The hounds, integral to the scene, burst forward with enthusiasm, their forms a blend of motion and fervency. The surrounding landscape, with its gentle undulations and soft, cloud-streaked sky, serves as an exquisite contrast to the scene's vigorous activity.Howitt's use of soft watercolors imbues the artwork with a sense of immediacy and the fleeting moment, each brushstroke contributing to the overall dynamism of the hunt.