War Dance in a Landscape
1869
Edward Troye, often dubbed the 'American Stubbs,' made a lucrative career immortalizing America's finest thoroughbreds for wealthy 19th-century owners. In this 1869 portrait, a majestic chestnut horse named War Dance stands proudly in a serene landscape, his muscular build and distinctive white socks captured with almost photographic precision. The unique semi-circular shape frames the animal perfectly, giving it a grand presence that highlights why Troye was the go-to artist for racing champions of his era.
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