Description

Title: Hunting Drawing Heightened With White of American Foxhounds by Michael Lyne

Description: Mid Century Hunting Masterpiece Signed Michael Lyne Framed Drawing – “American Foxhounds” Pencil & Chalk

Subject & Medium

Impress your guests with this original signed mid-century English sporting artwork by celebrated artist Michael Lyne (1912–1989). Titled "American Foxhounds", this exceptional piece is personally hand-signed by the artist in the lower corner. The drawing captures a dynamic foxhunting scene featuring a master of the hunt on horseback, bugle raised, surrounded by a lively pack of American Foxhounds in pursuit of a scent trail. It’s an evocative tribute to countryside tradition, brimming with character and motion. Created in pencil & heightened in white chalk highlights on paper, the piece is mounted under a protective glass front and retains its original oak wood frame c1950.

Composition & Technique

This drawing is a masterclass in dynamic composition and atmospheric storytelling. Michael Lyne captures a moment of intense focus and energy as the master of the hunt sits confidently astride his horse, raising his bugle in a call that echoes across the landscape. His poised posture draws the viewer's eye through the center of the work, anchoring the scene.

Encircling him, a lively pack of American Foxhounds is portrayed mid-motion—noses to the ground, bodies tense with anticipation, captured with Lyne’s trademark fluidity and precision. Each hound expresses a unique sense of movement and character, testifying to Lyne’s deep firsthand knowledge of the hunt and its participants.

The medium of pencil lends immediacy and control, while chalk highlights are expertly used to pick out key details—the shine on the horse’s flank, the crisp folds in the rider’s coat, and the textured fur of the hounds. These accents create a dramatic contrast, giving the composition depth, vibrancy, and a palpable sense of motion. Careful spatial balance, flowing lines, and precise anatomical rendering make this not just a drawing, but a visually rich narrative—a slice of countryside tradition brought vividly to life.

Dimensions Framed:

Height: 27 cm
Width: 31.5 cm
Depth: 1.5 cm
Includes original hanging thread on the back – ready for immediate wall display in your home, office, or country retreat.

Signed by the Artist

This original drawing is hand-signed by Michael Lyne in the lower corner, confirming its authenticity and enhancing its collectible value. As a renowned British sporting artist who lived the hunting life he portrayed, Lyne’s signature adds a personal and historical touch to this evocative scene.
Artist: Michael Lyne (1912–1989)

Full name Charles Edward Michael Lyne, a renowned British sporting artist and author. Born in Herefordshire, Lyne studied at Cheltenham School of Art and later became one of Britain’s foremost illustrators of foxhunting and rural life.

Hunted with over 40 packs of hounds in the UK, Ireland, and the U.S.
Published author of Horse, Hounds and Country, A Parson’s Son, and From Litter to Later On
Works regularly featured at Christie’s, Bonhams, 1stDibs, and ArtUK
This drawing bears his authentic hand signature, adding value and collectibility

Provenance
Private collection
Purchased from a notable fine art auction house Adam Partridge, complete with original auction label verso.
Sealpoint Picture Framing was a long-standing business located at in Ashley Road, Hale, Altrincham & curated by Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD. This is a rare opportunity to own a signed original work by Michael Lyne—pieces like this seldom come to public market.

Why You’ll Love It:

Original signed mid-century hunting artwork by a listed British sporting artist
Dramatic pencil & chalk rendering with rich detailing and movement
Authentic foxhunting subject – a masterwork of English and American rural tradition
Hand-signed by Michael Lyne – enhances authenticity and collector value
Ready to hang in its original oak frame with hanging thread
Provenance from a fine art auction
Perfect for collectors, country homes, offices, and hunting enthusiasts

Condition Report

Offered in fine vintage condition
Minor creases and marks to the paper surface
Light wear and knocks to the wooden frame
All consistent with age and display—retains excellent visual appeal

Reserve: $4,050.00

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Used

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Hunting Drawing Heightened With White of American Foxhounds by Michael Lyne

Name: Hunting Drawing Heightened With White of American Foxhounds by Michael Lyne
SKU: 231882360
Price: 2000 USD
Availability: InStock