Gris et Blanc (Horses in Splash)
Print on paper (likely a lithograph or high-quality decorative giclee) • Attributed to J. L. Munn (signature visible in right-hand lower corner)
Style & Movement
Contemporary Sporting Art / Equestrian Realism
Medium & Technique
Ink and gouache style rendering with splash effects, likely produced via lithographic printing or digital print technology
Creation Period
Late 20th to early 21st Century (circa 1980-2010)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 18 x 24 inches; Vertical Portrait format
Subject Description
The composition features two white horses in full gallop toward the viewer, kicking up a dramatic spray of water or mud. The horses wearing leg bandages suggest a polo or racing context. The focus is on kinetic energy and anatomical tension.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good; showing some slight evidence of paper maturation and potential minor fading due to light exposure.
Estimated Market Value
$150 - $400 USD
Auction Estimate
$100 - $250 USD
Provenance History
Likely acquired through a commercial gallery or specialized equestrian art boutique. No specific gallery labels or stamps are visible through the frame.
Art Historical Significance
Representational of the niche market for equestrian sports art, which emphasizes the power and grace of the horse over traditional landscape settings. While not ground-breaking in a fine art context, it is a skillful example of the sporting genre.
Notable Features
Distinctive fluid splash technique used to create motion; legible stylized signature in the lower right corner; characteristic equestrian leg wraps indicating a sporting context.
Condition Issues
Potential light toning of the paper; possible minor acidic transfer from the non-archival matting visible at the edges.
Conservation Recommendations
Should be reframed with acid-free museum-grade mats and UV-protective glass to prevent further yellowing and fading. Keep away from direct sunlight.