"The Pad" by Sawrey Gilpin (English, 1733–1807), circa 1760 Unframed etching of a horse in parkland held by a black servant who stands on the left. Created around 1760, "The Pad" is a significant early work by the English animal painter and Royal Academician Sawrey Gilpin (1733–1807), produced shortly after his move to London. The piece depicts a "pad"—a horse known for its steady, comfortable gait—and serves as a refined example of Gilpin’s specialized interest in equine portraiture. DIMENSIONS: Plate: 6 x 7 inches; sheet: 7.5 x 10 inches $120-180
