Full Cry
Technique: Giclée quality print
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Welcome to a captivating glimpse into traditional British field sports with Samuel Howitt’s evocative painting, "Full Cry." This artwork offers a dynamic portrayal of a fox hunt, encapsulating the vigor and excitement associated with this age-old activity. At the heart of the scene, a horseman in a striking red jacket and a black cap is seen clearing a fence, leading the chase with effortless grace. His mount, a powerful gray, conveys a sense of motion and urgency.To the right, another rider, caught in the act of wielding his whip, propels his chestnut horse forward, emphasizing the energetic pace of the hunt. Surrounding them, a pack of eager hounds spans the foreground, illustrating their keenness as they follow the scent trail. The pastoral landscape, with its soft, muted tones and gentle outlines of trees and clouds, contrasts with the dynamic figures, enhancing the sense of a fleeting moment captured in time.Samuel Howitt, an artist renowned for his works depicting animal life and sporting scenes, demonstrates his mastery in rendering movement and expression.