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Equestrian Oil Painting 1928 – “Kitty,” Chiddingfold, Leconfield & Cowdray Hunt, by Murray Urquhart (1 of 34)
Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD
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Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD are worldwide reputable family business Fine Art Brokers & gallery dealers, antiques & collectibles business based in Cheshire, by Chester. Certified member of the Fine Art Trade Guild. “Open Online Exclusively· Virtual Viewings by Appointment”. We sell to the public & trade, art agents, galleries, tv, film theatre, studios, prop shops, interior designers & celebrities. Our ethos is simplistic sourcing historical exceptional quality authentic stock around Europe that represents superb value for money, with strong investment prospects. We offer our clients exceptional professional customer service. Registered Office Address Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD 71-75 Shelton Street, Covent Garden, London, United Kingdom, WC2H 9JQ Company Number 15666518. GB VAT registration number 466128775. We can accept online card payments up to a maximum of £5000 any amounts over this must be paid by bank wire transfer only. In person card payments are not accepted due to insurance requirements & payment providers charging us and not returning the processing transaction fee even if an order is fraudulent, cancelled or returned. We can email you a proforma invoice with our bank details upon request. We specialise in sourcing and offering for sale British & European paintings works of art 17th to 20th century from the United Kingdom & Europe, especially portraits, marine ships, animals, hunting, still life & landscapes. We strongly believe in sustainability, antique furniture is Green & environmentally friendly confirmed by Carbon Clear, we are playing our part helping the environment by making customers aware that buying loved used Upcycled furnishings helps the world. No trees are being cut down to make antique furniture unlike the modern equivalent. Antique furniture is unique & stylish, the designs never go out of fashion and offer unique look to your home interior. The simple elegance in furniture design will not only fit into traditional homes but can also look amazing in contemporary setting. We offer our clients exceptional professional friendly customer service. We offer worldwide shipping please ask for a quote today. Book online virtual viewing appointment. Online sellers specialising in selling artworks, sculptures, oil paintings, portraits, maritime marine, landscapes, still life, home interiors, beautiful antiques, vintage & original furniture 18th to 20th century. Bronzes & sculptures, office desks & seating furniture, chairs, sofas, & footstools. Coffee, side occasional & centre tables, chests & trunks. Stylish bookcases, display stands. Sideboards, dressers & cabinets. Hallmarked silverware, clocks & carvings. Collectible Chinese porcelain, vases, ornaments, glassware & ceramics. Attractive large fancy mirrors, appealing enamel signs, plaques & wall hangings. Garden stone ornaments & Architectural water features. Purchasing methods we accept bank wire transfer, cash on collection accepted. We offer UK domestic & worldwide shipping is available please ask for a quote today. We take exceptional care in your goods being securely wrapped & packed and are insured with tracked courier delivery services, with prompt delivery to you. Customs Payment & Brexit Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD operates on a Delivery Duty Unpaid (DDU) basis which means that the International buyer is responsible for any import duties, taxes & customs clearance and any other charges which may be necessary to release an order from international customs. Following the UK leaving the EU on 1st January 2021 (BREXIT) there have been some changes to customs & duty charges for EU customers. Tax and import duty varies from country to country so we recommend you check with your local tax office to see if any fees will be payable. If the customer refuses to pay any duty and customs charges and the parcel is returned to sender all shipping charges will be deducted from any refund.
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Equestrian Oil Painting 1928 – “Kitty,” Chiddingfold, Leconfield & Cowdray Hunt, by Murray Urquhart

REF: LA547784
£6,500
€7,427
$8,590
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Description
Equestrian Oil Painting 1928 – “Kitty,” Chiddingfold, Leconfield & Cowdray Hunt, by Murray Urquhart / Murray McNeel Caird Urquhart (1880–1972). Subject & Medium:- A signed and dated oil on canvas portrait of Kitty, a bay hunter mare, shown saddled in a stable interior. Painted in 1928 by Scottish artist Murray Urquhart, whose training in Edinburgh, London, and Paris shaped his distinctive command of form and light. Through delicate layers of glaze, Urquhart achieves a lustrous depth in Kitty’s coat, contrasted with rustic ochres and greys that describe the stable setting with authenticity. Composition & Technique:- Kitty is portrayed in a three-quarter stance, a traditional equestrian pose chosen to emphasize her proportions and conformation. The mare’s gleaming coat is central, balanced by the muted tones of stable walls and stone floor. Urquhart’s palette is warm and harmonious: siennas and umbers model the musculature, ochres highlight the timbers, and cool greys anchor the composition. Fine highlights in the girth, saddle, and the mare’s bright eye bring energy to the painting. The artist combines precise observation in Kitty’s features and tack with a freer, impressionistic handling of light and texture in the background — a fusion of British sporting tradition with Parisian influence. The Horse & the Hunt:- Kitty, a Thoroughbred-type mare in her prime (around 7–10 years old), displays the stamina and courage needed for the Chiddingfold, Leconfield & Cowdray Hunt (CL&C) in West Sussex. The CL&C country in the 1920s was renowned for its challenging terrain — chalk downs, wooded valleys, and heavy clay lanes — demanding horses of exceptional athleticism. By repute, Kitty’s portrait was commissioned to honour her service in the field and the family’s close association with the hunt. More than a decorative work, the portrait stands as a tribute to a trusted companion and a symbol of sporting heritage. The Artist:- Murray McNeel Caird Urquhart (1880–1972) Studied at the Edinburgh School of Art, Westminster, and the Académie Julian in Paris Exhibited at the Royal Academy, the New English Art Club, and the Paris Salon Known for landscapes, portraits, and animal studies. His works continue to appear at leading auction houses, achieving prices up to US $13,000. Urquhart’s paintings blend British naturalism with French impressionist handling of light, producing works that are both accurate and atmospheric. Signed Lower left: Murray Urquhart, dated 1928 Upper right: KITTY Frame:- Original beechwood frame, warm stained with natural patina, period-appropriate to the late 1920s. Light wear and small losses consistent with age, structurally sound and ready to display. Provenance:- Private equestrian collection, Chichester (by repute linked to CL&C Hunt stables) Curated by Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD Exhibited at the Lord Hill Museum Key Features:- Rare signed and dated equestrian portrait by Murray Urquhart Depicts a mare in her prime, tied to the storied CL&C Hunt Provenance includes private collection, curation, and museum exhibition Retains its original period frame A fine addition for collectors of sporting, equestrian, or British country house art For more curated works, visit our online gallery: Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD.
measurements
Height:
49 cm
Width:
57 cm
Depth:
2 cm
declaration
Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD has clarified that the Equestrian Oil Painting 1928 – “Kitty,” Chiddingfold, Leconfield & Cowdray Hunt, by Murray Urquhart (LA547784) is genuinely of the period declared with the date/period of manufacture being 1928
condition
Original canvas, stable and well-tensioned. Paint surface in excellent condition, with minor age craquelure only. Signature and inscription clear and legible. Frame with abrasions & some losses, structurally sound. Fine overall condition, ready to hang.
location
This Equestrian Oil Painting 1928 – “Kitty,” Chiddingfold, Leconfield & Cowdray Hunt, by Murray Urquhart is located in Greater London, United Kingdom
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