René Pierre Charles Princeteau

French, 1843 - 1914

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This horizontal painting shows three horses and riders seen from the side, moving towards the right. The three horses are brown, and they wear covers in shades of white and blue over their bodies, necks, and heads, with holes for their eyes and mouth. They also appear to wear blue covers around their feet and legs. Each horse has a rider seated on its back, holding its reins. The riders are painted in shades of brown, green, and blue. Their faces aren't visible, but they all appear to wear hats. The horizon is halfway up the painting, where the sky meets a body of water. A faint sun glows through the pale gray clouds, and the water below is light, with some small waves where it meets the sandy ground. The color palette features soft earth tones with hints of blue and white.
René Pierre Charles Princeteau, Riders on the Beach at Dieppe, 1892, oil on canvas, Collection of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Mellon, 2014.18.45

Riders on the Beach at Dieppe

René Pierre Charles Princeteau · 1892 · oil on canvas ·  Accession ID  2014.18.45

This painting depicts two saddled horses in a warmly lit stable. The artwork features rich tones of brown, amber, and white, highlighting the horses' muscular form and poise. Both horses have glossy coats and realistic anatomical details. They are positioned close together, evoking a sense of companionship or readiness. The background shows sweeping strokes resembling wooden textures of a stable. The style is reminiscent of Sir Alfred James Munnings, known for equestrian paintings.
René Pierre Charles Princeteau, Horses, oil on canvas, Collection of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Mellon, 1985.64.34

Horses

René Pierre Charles Princeteau · · oil on canvas ·  Accession ID  1985.64.34