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Title: Murphy Himself (Equestrian Portrait)
Artist: Judy Goodman
Signed: Yes, lower right
Medium: Pencil and gouache on paper
Date or Time Period: Late 20th century
Subject Matter: Equestrian portrait depicting the champion event horse Murphy Himself with rider in mid-jump
Dimensions (cm):
Framed: H: 38 × L: 48
Unframed: H: 30 × L: 40
Condition: Very good condition overall. Paper remains clean with only minimal toning commensurate with age. The drawing is presented behind glass, well-protected within the frame.
Framing Details: Dark wood frame with glass front; ready to hang.
Provenance: Signed by the artist Judy Goodman. Original artist’s label affixed to the reverse, reading: Judy Goodman (Animal Portraits), Stable Flat, Rusthall Farm, Tea Garden Lane, Tunbridge Wells TN3 9JH.
Description:
This original pencil and gouache equestrian portrait by Judy Goodman captures the renowned Irish Sport Horse Murphy Himself, a celebrated competitor in international eventing during the late 20th century. Executed with fine attention to anatomical detail and movement, Goodman’s work highlights both the strength of the horse and the poise of the rider.
Immerse yourself in British equestrian heritage with this exquisite original drawing - signed by celebrated animal portraitist Judy Goodman - depicting Murphy Himself, the legendary grey Irish Sport Horse who triumphed at Le Touquet (1986) and clinched victory at the prestigious Burghley Horse Trials (1986) .
Murphy Himself went on to represent Great Britain with distinction - securing silver at the 1990 FEI World Equestrian Games in Stockholm, placing second at the iconic Badminton Horse Trials (1991), and competing in team eventing at the Barcelona Olympics (1992) . This piece captures not just a horse, but a moment in equestrian legend.
Known for her animal portraits, Goodman produced a number of equestrian works for private collectors and country homes, with this example embodying her ability to combine accuracy with a sense of character. Measuring 30 × 40 cm (unframed), the drawing is presented in a dark wooden frame with glass protection, making it a distinguished addition to any equestrian or sporting art collection.
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