Vintage Framed French Hunt Photograph — “Hunting in the Forest of Compiègne,” 1973

CONDITION
Very good vintage condition. The photograph is clean and well-preserved with soft, even tonality. The mat and frame show light, age-appropriate wear consistent with a piece from this era. No cracks to the glass; minor surface wear to the frame is present and does not detract from display.

SIZE
Approximately 11" x 15" overall (framed & matted, under glass).

PROVENANCE
Inscribed on the verso: “Andrew C. Ware — Hunting in the Forest of Compiègne with the ‘Faisan des Lucis’ — 1973.”
Professionally framed in France by Arts-Cadres (Thonon-les-Bains), as indicated on the backing label.

MAKER
Attributed to Andrew C. Ware.

MATERIAL
Vintage photographic print, matted and framed under glass with a slim gold-toned frame and sage green mat.

WHY WE LOVE THIS
This piece captures a quiet, elegant moment of traditional European foxhunting — refined, timeless, and deeply atmospheric. The rider’s posture, formal attire, and the softly blurred forest backdrop evoke a sense of ritual, discipline, and heritage that feels both intimate and cinematic. It is a beautifully composed artifact of sporting history and a natural fit for a library, study, or equestrian interior.