Large Painting Runaway Horses Great Retreat WW1

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Edith Alice Simkins (1870–1949)
Runaway Horses (also known as “After the Charge”), 1939
Oil on canvas, signed and dated, in gilt frame
A large and dramatic oil painting by Edith Alice Simkins, signed “E. A. Simkins” and dated 1939, depicting riderless horses in full flight through smoke and dust. Rather than a heroic cavalry charge, the artist focuses on the aftermath: empty saddles and abandoned kit give the scene a powerful sense of urgency, loss and disarray. The central chestnut horse is strongly modelled with carefully observed tack, while a rearing white horse to the right heightens the movement and drama.
The subject is believed (from visual interpretation) to evoke the early Western Front period of WWI and the Great Retreat era this is offered as contextual interest only, as the painting is not inscribed to a specific battle.
Simkins is documented as a member/exhibitor of the Ipswich Art Club (1935–1949), and records note she exhibited an oil titled “After the Charge” in 1943, supporting the alternate historic title.
Medium: Oil on canvas
Signature: Signed and dated 1939
Frame: Traditional gilt frame

Provenance: Traceable auction trail noted (2012 2021 2022). Curated and presented by Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD.
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Date1930s : 1939 DimensionsDimensions (framed): 87 cm (H) × 137 cm (W) × 4 cm (D) ConditionCondition Good, honest condition commensurate with age. The surface shows areas of paint loss/flaking, scuffs, foxing/staining and surface scratches in places. The frame has general wear with minor chips/scuffs and evidence of historic touch-up consistent with age and handling. Photographs form part of the description further close-ups available on request. Codeas1013a1298 Price £9000.00     10384.20     $12048.30    The price has been listed in British Pounds.
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