“Lord and Lady in a Phaeton,” created by George Stubbs in 1787, is an oil painting on wood that belongs to the Romanticism movement. This genre painting, measuring 82.5 by 101.6 cm, is currently housed in the National Gallery in London, UK.
The artwork depicts a lord and a lady riding in a phaeton, a type of open carriage, drawn by two dark horses. The couple is dressed in attire befitting their social stature of the late 18th century. The lord, wearing a hat, has the reins in his hands, while the lady, adorned with a bonnet that features a large feather, sits gracefully beside him. The background showcases a serene landscape with lush trees and a partly cloudy sky, creating a picturesque setting that emphasizes the refined and leisurely lifestyle of the depicted figures. The composition, with its detailed rendering of the carriage, horses, and the surrounding nature, reflects Stubbs’ mastery in portraying both human and animal forms, and his deep appreciation for the natural world.
