Charcoal & Pastel Horse Portraits by D.S. Robles 1950 - Pair

A striking and sensitively rendered pair of original horse studies by artist D.S. Robles, dated 1950. Executed in charcoal on paper, these portraits capture the noble profiles of two named thoroughbreds — War Crest and Kasanga — each depicted in a stable setting with richly observed musculature and calm, intelligent expressions

The works are housed in their original wood frames under glass, preserving their mid-century character and charm. The vibrant green and yellow architectural backgrounds provide a vivid counterpoint to the softness of the horses’ rendering, while the artist’s refined attention to proportion and posture highlights an intimate understanding of equine form.

An exceptional find for collectors of vintage sporting art or equestrian interiors.

Titles:

“War Crest” (signed and dated 1950)

“Kasanga” (signed and dated 1950)

Artist:

D.S. Robles

Medium:

Charcoal and pastel (?) on paper (with some colored pigment likely used)

Dimensions (each):

16.5” H x 23” W

Framing:

Original mid-century wood frames under glass

Condition:

Very good vintage condition with light wear to frames consistent with age