Eclipse at Newmarket with a groom and jockey
A hand-painted replica of George Stubbs’s masterpiece Eclipse at Newmarket with a groom and jockey, meticulously crafted by professional artists to capture the true essence of the original. Each piece is created with museum-quality canvas and rare mineral pigments, carefully painted by experienced artists with delicate brushstrokes and rich, layered colors to perfectly recreate the texture of the original artwork. Unlike machine-printed reproductions, this hand-painted version brings the painting to life, infused with the artist’s emotions and skill in every stroke. Whether for personal collection or home decoration, it instantly elevates the artistic atmosphere of any space.
"Eclipse at Newmarket with a Groom and Jockey" is an oil painting created by the renowned British artist George Stubbs, widely regarded as one of the greatest painters of horses in art history. The painting depicts Eclipse, an exceptional 18th-century racehorse, accompanied by a groom and a jockey. Stubbs completed the work in 1769, during a period when Eclipse was gaining fame for his unparalleled success on the racetrack.
Eclipse, foaled in 1764, was a chestnut Thoroughbred who became one of the most celebrated racehorses of his time. He was named after the solar eclipse that occurred on the day of his birth. Eclipse's racing career was brief but extraordinary; he was undefeated in all 18 of his races, earning a reputation for his speed and dominance. After retiring from racing, Eclipse became a highly influential sire, with his lineage continuing to shape Thoroughbred bloodlines to this day.
George Stubbs, known for his meticulous attention to anatomical detail, was particularly skilled at capturing the physicality and spirit of horses. His expertise in equine anatomy was rooted in his earlier studies, during which he dissected and studied horse cadavers to understand their structure. This scientific approach is evident in "Eclipse at Newmarket with a Groom and Jockey," where the horse's musculature and proportions are rendered with remarkable accuracy.
The painting portrays Eclipse standing in profile, a common pose in equestrian portraiture of the time, which allowed for a clear depiction of the horse's conformation. The setting is Newmarket, a historic center of horse racing in England. The groom and jockey, whose identities are not definitively known, are shown attending to Eclipse, emphasizing the relationship between the horse and the humans who cared for and worked with him.
Stubbs's work not only celebrates the physical beauty and athleticism of Eclipse but also reflects the cultural significance of horse racing in 18th-century Britain. The sport was a popular pastime among the aristocracy and gentry, and portraits of prized racehorses were commissioned to commemorate their achievements and status.
"Eclipse at Newmarket with a Groom and Jockey" is now held in a private collection, and its exact location is not publicly disclosed. The painting remains an important example of Stubbs's contribution to equestrian art and a testament to the enduring legacy of Eclipse in the history of horse racing.
