Description

Title: Wildlife Art“Leopard in Wilderness Masai Mara Kenya Follower Pip McGarry

Description: “Leopard in Wilderness – Masai Mara, Kenya” c.1990s by C. Freeman | Fine British Wildlife Oil Painting – Follower of Pip McGarry

Subject & Medium

An impressive original oil on board animal portrait titled “Leopard in Wilderness – Masai Mara National Reserve, Kenya”, painted in the 1990s by the British artist C. Freeman, a follower of acclaimed wildlife painter Pip McGarry. This commanding composition presents a half-length profile of a mesmerizing green-eyed leopard, positioned in a classic stalking pose, gazing downward with intensity and poise.

The setting evokes the sweeping savannah of Kenya's Masai Mara, where this apex predator thrives among the golden grasses and scattered acacia trees. The combination of realism and expressive character gives this work an immediate presence and emotional depth.

Composition & Technique

C. Freeman captures the leopard with remarkable precision and artistry. The dense rosettes and jet-black spots across its golden coat are painted with fine, confident brushwork. The fur appears almost tangible, rendered with a mix of smooth layering and subtle dry-brush techniques to replicate the animal's natural texture.

The leopard’s hypnotic green eyes are the focal point — detailed, sharp, and alive with intelligence
Delicate strokes define the whiskers and facial structure, while the short, sleek fur across the shoulders is built with fine realism
A muted ochre-gold and olive green background provides tonal depth without competing for attention
Executed in the tradition of postwar British wildlife realism, the painting merges naturalistic detail with dramatic visual impact, reminiscent of Pip McGarry’s celebrated safari subjects.

Signed

Signed lower corner by the artist C. Freeman
Painted in oil on board
A highly collectible and decorative 20th-century British wildlife work

About the artist

C. Freeman, a wildlife british painter of this piece, has demonstated that this work has been influenced in the style follower of Pip McGarry’s and subject matter. This work reflects the same reverence for African wildlife and detailed animal observation.

Frame

Presented in a handsome Larson Juhl dark gold-brown leaf frame, this ornate Prague-style carved pine and spruce moulding complements the rich tones of the painting. The deep relief and subtle metallic accents create a perfect setting for this exotic animal portrait.

Professionally mounted
Includes rear hanging thread
Ready for immediate wall display

Framed Dimensions

Height: 62.5 cm
Width: 72.5 cm
Depth: 5 cm

Provenance

From a private Shire collection
Bears a museum label verso
Currently held in the Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD collection

Why You''ll Love It

Striking portrait of one of Africa’s most iconic big cats
Highly detailed oil painting in the British wildlife tradition
Inspired by the work after the renowned artist Pip McGarry
Rich, natural palette and lifelike texture
Beautifully framed and ready to elevate any space

Condition Report

Painting surface is in excellent condition
Recent frame in fine order, with minor imperfections consistent with handcrafted construction
Overall: A fine decorative collector’s piece with strong display value

Reserve: $5,012.00

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Condition

Used

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