Antique Georges Van Den Bos Equestrian Print “Charity” in Ebonized Wood Frame

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Vintage equestrian print after Georges Pierre Marie Van den Bos, depicting his known composition “Charity,” also referred to as “Philanthropy.” … Read more Vintage equestrian print after Georges Pierre Marie Van den Bos, depicting his known composition “Charity,” also referred to as “Philanthropy.” The sentimental Victorian genre scene shows a woman seated side-saddle on horseback offering charity to a mother and children below.

Rendered in soft sepia tones, the image has a classic old-world atmosphere with strong equestrian, Victorian, and dark academia appeal. The subject matter gives the piece a narrative quality, while the aged presentation adds to its collected, found-state character.

The print is housed in a dark ebonized wood frame with glass. The frame shows attractive age-related wear, including rubbed edges and worn areas that reveal warm wood tones beneath the dark finish.

A moody and decorative piece ideal for a study, library, gallery wall, traditional interior, or equestrian-inspired space.


STYLED AFTER
Georges Pierre Marie Van den Bos


STYLES
Traditional
Victorian
Dark Academia
Americana / Gothic
Primitive / Folk Art
Antique / Rustic


MATERIALS
Paper
Wood
Glass


DOMINANT COLOR
Sepia


DIMENSIONS
Width: 11 in
Height: 14 3/8 in
Depth: 5/8 in


PERIOD MADE
Early 20th Century


CONDITION DETAILS
This piece exhibits a heavily aged, authentic patina consistent with its vintage/antique character. Please review the detailed photos, as they are a primary part of the condition description.

Artwork Condition:
The print shows chipping along the bottom edge, exposing the underlying support. The paper also shows general age-toning throughout the image area. The integrity of the paper is stable overall but fragile along the edges.

Frame Condition:
The dark-stained wood frame shows moderate surface wear and rubbed edges where the lighter wood is visible beneath the finish. There is a slight separation at the miter joint in the bottom right corner, visible in the back-view photo.

Backing & Hardware:
The dust cover on the reverse is heavily distressed and partially deteriorated. The piece retains its primitive wire hanging system and aged metal points, with oxidation/rust consistent with age.

Note to Buyer: This item is being sold in its found, original condition. It is ideal for collectors who appreciate “Dark “Academia” or authentic historical wear, or as a candidate for professional restoration and reframing. See less