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Royal Academy Exhibited Hunt Masterpiece
Ware Hare Challenger” by James Albert Buchanan Jay
Royal Academy Exhibited Victorian Fox Hunting Masterpiece | c.1880
Museum-Quality Equestrian Oil on Canvas
Artwork Overview
A superb original oil on canvas, Ware Hare Challenger (c.1880) is the work of renowned British sporting artist James Albert Buchanan Jay (1838–1888). Rich in narrative and technical precision, this striking equestrian painting captures the drama of the traditional English fox hunt—a celebrated subject of the Victorian era. The verso retains the original 1880 commissioned purchase price, adding to its historical significance.
Subject & Composition
Set against the landscape of Norwood House, Beverley (Yorkshire), this dynamic scene depicts the high-stakes thrill of the chase. At centre, a huntsman in vibrant scarlet surges forward on a powerful black horse, mid-strike with his Swaine Adeney riding crop. To his right, a tightly rendered pack of hounds charges into the wooded edge, each captured with anatomical finesse and vitality.
In the distance, fellow riders linger at a gate—some in black, others in red—adding depth and a sense of anticipation. The sky is painted in atmospheric greys and soft blues, evoking early morning mist or a late autumn haze, enhancing the drama with shafts of light that illuminate the riders and terrain.
Jay’s brushwork is masterful: expressive in the landscape, finely detailed in the horses and figures. His earthy palette—greens, browns, and slate blues—is punctuated by the striking red of the lead rider, anchoring the scene visually and emotionally.
Signed
Signed lower right by the artist.
bout the Artist
James Albert Buchanan Jay was a British sporting painter born into the Herefordshire gentry. Trained at the Royal Academy Schools, he initially illustrated children’s literature before devoting himself to equestrian and hunting scenes. Jay exhibited at the Royal Academy (notably in 1878 & 1880), the Walker Art Gallery, and several regional institutions. He later painted racehorses in Germany and Australia before his premature death in 1888.
Though rare, his works are held in high regard for their vitality, detail, and authenticity. Major pieces have achieved prices in excess of $30,000 USD. This particular painting is arguably among his most significant.
Provenance
Exhibited: Royal Academy, 1880 (Catalogue No. 292)
Collection: Norwood House, Beverley
Later: Private Collection | Reputed Southern Shire Auction House
Most Recently: Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD
Also Exhibited: Regional Museum, Middle Shire
Noteworthy Features
A rare and important Victorian equestrian painting of museum calibre
Exhibited at the Royal Academy, Britain’s leading 19th-century art institution
Set in a Grade I listed Georgian estate in Yorkshire
Dynamic composition filled with movement and rich storytelling
Professionally framed and ready to hang
Ideal for collectors of sporting art, historical interiors, and equestrian enthusiasts
Certificate of Authenticity
A signed Certificate of Authenticity will be provided by Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD, confirming the artist, title, date, medium, provenance, and exhibition record.
Worldwide Shipping
Professionally packaged and fully insured for global delivery. We offer our clients 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our fine art, antiques & collectibles!
We ship worldwide with expert bespoke professional wrapping & packing and offer attractive international shipping rates with insurance – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.
We Offer Free delivery to most areas of the U.K mainland except for Scottish Highland & Islands – Please send us your post code for a quote thankyou.
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
Making Payment
Goods can be bought by either International bank wire transfer or domestic BACS payment we can email you an invoice together with our banking instructions. Cash upon collection is also accepted. Shipping is with insurance cover. Import duty and taxes payable by the buyer please enquire if you need any assistance. Delivery time is usually within 2 weeks for International and 1 week for domestic shipping approximate. It can be faster depending upon the size and weight of the item(s) that you ordering from us. You are also welcome to arrange for your own courier to collect as long as we have received full cleared bank transfer payment.
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Cheshire Antiques Consultant Ltd
Private dealer, by appointment only.
71-75 Shelton Street,
Covent Garden,
London, England
WC2H 9JQ.
Tel : 07494 763382
Non UK callers : +44 7494 763382
Get directions to Cheshire Antiques Consultant Ltd
Royal Academy Exhibited Victorian Fox Hunting Masterpiece | c.1880
Museum-Quality Equestrian Oil on Canvas
Artwork Overview
A superb original oil on canvas, Ware Hare Challenger (c.1880) is the work of renowned British sporting artist James Albert Buchanan Jay (1838–1888). Rich in narrative and technical precision, this striking equestrian painting captures the drama of the traditional English fox hunt—a celebrated subject of the Victorian era. The verso retains the original 1880 commissioned purchase price, adding to its historical significance.
Subject & Composition
Set against the landscape of Norwood House, Beverley (Yorkshire), this dynamic scene depicts the high-stakes thrill of the chase. At centre, a huntsman in vibrant scarlet surges forward on a powerful black horse, mid-strike with his Swaine Adeney riding crop. To his right, a tightly rendered pack of hounds charges into the wooded edge, each captured with anatomical finesse and vitality.
In the distance, fellow riders linger at a gate—some in black, others in red—adding depth and a sense of anticipation. The sky is painted in atmospheric greys and soft blues, evoking early morning mist or a late autumn haze, enhancing the drama with shafts of light that illuminate the riders and terrain.
Jay’s brushwork is masterful: expressive in the landscape, finely detailed in the horses and figures. His earthy palette—greens, browns, and slate blues—is punctuated by the striking red of the lead rider, anchoring the scene visually and emotionally.
Signed
Signed lower right by the artist.
bout the Artist
James Albert Buchanan Jay was a British sporting painter born into the Herefordshire gentry. Trained at the Royal Academy Schools, he initially illustrated children’s literature before devoting himself to equestrian and hunting scenes. Jay exhibited at the Royal Academy (notably in 1878 & 1880), the Walker Art Gallery, and several regional institutions. He later painted racehorses in Germany and Australia before his premature death in 1888.
Though rare, his works are held in high regard for their vitality, detail, and authenticity. Major pieces have achieved prices in excess of $30,000 USD. This particular painting is arguably among his most significant.
Provenance
Exhibited: Royal Academy, 1880 (Catalogue No. 292)
Collection: Norwood House, Beverley
Later: Private Collection | Reputed Southern Shire Auction House
Most Recently: Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD
Also Exhibited: Regional Museum, Middle Shire
Noteworthy Features
A rare and important Victorian equestrian painting of museum calibre
Exhibited at the Royal Academy, Britain’s leading 19th-century art institution
Set in a Grade I listed Georgian estate in Yorkshire
Dynamic composition filled with movement and rich storytelling
Professionally framed and ready to hang
Ideal for collectors of sporting art, historical interiors, and equestrian enthusiasts
Certificate of Authenticity
A signed Certificate of Authenticity will be provided by Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD, confirming the artist, title, date, medium, provenance, and exhibition record.
Worldwide Shipping
Professionally packaged and fully insured for global delivery. We offer our clients 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our fine art, antiques & collectibles!
We ship worldwide with expert bespoke professional wrapping & packing and offer attractive international shipping rates with insurance – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.
We Offer Free delivery to most areas of the U.K mainland except for Scottish Highland & Islands – Please send us your post code for a quote thankyou.
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
Making Payment
Goods can be bought by either International bank wire transfer or domestic BACS payment we can email you an invoice together with our banking instructions. Cash upon collection is also accepted. Shipping is with insurance cover. Import duty and taxes payable by the buyer please enquire if you need any assistance. Delivery time is usually within 2 weeks for International and 1 week for domestic shipping approximate. It can be faster depending upon the size and weight of the item(s) that you ordering from us. You are also welcome to arrange for your own courier to collect as long as we have received full cleared bank transfer payment.
Price
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DimensionsPresentation & Frame
Now presented in a substantial Larson-Juhl gold leaf scoop frame, recently added to complement its period character. Professionally fitted and ready for display.
Framed Dimensions:
Width: 123.8 cm
Height: 91.3 cm
Depth: 4.5 cm
Category Antique Pictures / Engravings / Art
> Antique Oil Paintings
Date 1880
Late Victorian Antiques Material Oil Painting on Canvas
Origin English
Artist j a b Jay
Condition Condition Report
Overall good condition for its age. The canvas has been relined, with some minor age-related paint losses, foxing, and craquelure visible. The surface remains stable and the work presents beautifully. No structural issues are noted.
Item code as1013a1224
Status For Sale
£22500.00 
$30089.25
€25776.00
$30089.25
€25776.00
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Shipping information
We offer Free Delivery to Mainland England, Wales mainland & Scottish lowlands mainland areas only!
For International buyers please contact us before you order as shipping costs are additional please request a shipping quote, also to advise that any import duty taxes due are additional and are payable by the buyer.
Scottish Highlands & all islands also for International buyers please get in touch for an international shipping quote thankyou. Our preferred Payment is by by BACS Bank Transfer, we can also accept stripe, amazon pay, google pay & paypal.
Confirmation of delivery is provided by email or text message, which includes a courier tracking number and date of posting or collection. Shipping costs are charged based upon the type of shipping service used, either express, standard or economy services and size and weight of item.
Delivery by parcel courier within the UK Mainland will be used for all smalls, paintings & all furniture items allow between 2 to 5 working days delivery time. Online tracking can be provided. International delivery airfreight is available estimated delivery times between 5 to 14 working days approximate upon request by providing your full name and address together with a postal area or zip code and a contact phone number.
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.
For International buyers please contact us before you order as shipping costs are additional please request a shipping quote, also to advise that any import duty taxes due are additional and are payable by the buyer.
Scottish Highlands & all islands also for International buyers please get in touch for an international shipping quote thankyou. Our preferred Payment is by by BACS Bank Transfer, we can also accept stripe, amazon pay, google pay & paypal.
Confirmation of delivery is provided by email or text message, which includes a courier tracking number and date of posting or collection. Shipping costs are charged based upon the type of shipping service used, either express, standard or economy services and size and weight of item.
Delivery by parcel courier within the UK Mainland will be used for all smalls, paintings & all furniture items allow between 2 to 5 working days delivery time. Online tracking can be provided. International delivery airfreight is available estimated delivery times between 5 to 14 working days approximate upon request by providing your full name and address together with a postal area or zip code and a contact phone number.
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.
Terms and conditions
For International buyers please contact us before you order as shipping costs are additional please request a shipping quote, also to advise that any import duty taxes due are additional and are payable by the buyer.
For both domestic & International buyers please get in touch for a shipping quote thankyou. Our payment method is by BACS Bank Transfer for UK domestic clients and for International clients payment is preferred by international bank wire transfer. We no longer accept any Online Card or in person card payments due to payment providers charging us and not returning the processing transaction fee even if an order is fraudulent, cancelled or returned. All Item(s) will need to be settled by bank transfer only. We will email you a proforma invoice with our bank details.
For International buyers Payment is required within 3 calendar days of the sale being agreed.
If payment is not received within this time. Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD reserves the right to consider selling the item (s) to another customer at its discretion.
Deposit payments are accepted, however shipping will not take place until the balance has been paid in full and to advise deposit payments are non refundable.
Upgrades & Exchanges are also offered please ask.
Returns are accepted within 14 days of receipt. The buyer is solely responsible for paying the entire costs of the outbound & return shipping costs also any import costs & duty taxes due. Return authorisation should be requested by sending an email before posting. Once we receive the item in good order as supplied not withstanding notified transit damage, we will return partial refund payment using the same payment method less our shipping costs. For any Refunds given the refund amount will have our cost of the outbound shipping costs deducted.
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 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.
For both domestic & International buyers please get in touch for a shipping quote thankyou. Our payment method is by BACS Bank Transfer for UK domestic clients and for International clients payment is preferred by international bank wire transfer. We no longer accept any Online Card or in person card payments due to payment providers charging us and not returning the processing transaction fee even if an order is fraudulent, cancelled or returned. All Item(s) will need to be settled by bank transfer only. We will email you a proforma invoice with our bank details.
For International buyers Payment is required within 3 calendar days of the sale being agreed.
If payment is not received within this time. Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD reserves the right to consider selling the item (s) to another customer at its discretion.
Deposit payments are accepted, however shipping will not take place until the balance has been paid in full and to advise deposit payments are non refundable.
Upgrades & Exchanges are also offered please ask.
Returns are accepted within 14 days of receipt. The buyer is solely responsible for paying the entire costs of the outbound & return shipping costs also any import costs & duty taxes due. Return authorisation should be requested by sending an email before posting. Once we receive the item in good order as supplied not withstanding notified transit damage, we will return partial refund payment using the same payment method less our shipping costs. For any Refunds given the refund amount will have our cost of the outbound shipping costs deducted.
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 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.
View all stock from
Cheshire Antiques Consultant Ltd
Private dealer, by appointment only.71-75 Shelton Street,
Covent Garden,
London, England
WC2H 9JQ.
Tel : 07494 763382
Non UK callers : +44 7494 763382
Get directions to Cheshire Antiques Consultant Ltd
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