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Edith Alice Simkins (1870–1949)
Runaway Horses (also recorded as “After the Charge”), 1939
Oil on canvas, in gilt frame
A large and highly dramatic oil painting by Edith Alice Simkins, signed and dated 1939, depicting riderless horses in full flight through smoke and dust. The scene is presented as an aftermath moment rather than a heroic charge: empty saddles, scattered kit and a fractured landscape shift the narrative away from pageantry and towards loss, urgency and survival.
The central chestnut horse is powerfully modelled, with carefully described tack and convincing musculature, while a rearing white horse to the right introduces a sharp vertical accent that heightens the sense of panic and movement. The subject is believed (based on visual interpretation) to evoke the opening Western Front campaign of 1914 and the “Great Retreat” period; this contextual identification is offered for historical interest only, as the painting is not inscribed to a specific action.
Simkins is documented as a member and exhibitor of the Ipswich Art Club (1935–1949). Reference records note her exhibiting an oil titled “After the Charge” in 1943, supporting the known alternate historic title associated with this composition.
Signed: “E. A. Simkins” and dated 1939 (lower corner).
Medium: Oil on canvas.
Presented: In a traditional gilt frame.
Dimensions
Framed: 87 cm (H) × 137 cm (W) × 4 cm (D)
(34.25 in × 53.94 in × 1.57 in)
Recorded canvas size (reference): 73.7 cm × 124.5 cm
(29.0 in × 49.0 in)
Provenance (known trail)
1939: Painted by the artist; recorded in reference material as Runaway Horses (oil on canvas).
1943: Listed exhibition title After the Charge (Ipswich Art Club record).
13 July 2012: Market record (MutualArt) under Runaway Horses (sale details subscriber-only).
30 June 2021: Reeman Dansie offered under the alternate title After the Charge (paired lot).
25 January 2022: Hatton Garden Auctions Ltd (London) via The Saleroom, catalogued as a large battle scene oil by E. A. Simkins, dated 1939.
2022–present: Curated and presented by Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD.
(Collector note: buyer identities are not published by auction platforms; no named collectors are claimed.)
Condition
In good, honest condition commensurate with age. The paint surface shows areas of paint loss/flaking, scuffs, foxing/staining and surface scratches in places. The frame shows general wear with minor chips/scuffs and evidence of historic touch-up consistent with age and handling. Photographs form part of the description; additional close-ups available on request.
Delivery
Worldwide shipping available. Professionally packed and fully insured.

  • Period: 1930
    • Price: £9,000.00
    • €10,301 Euro
    • $12,145 US Dollar
  • Location: London
    • Dimensions: H: 87cm (34.25in)
    • W: 137cm (53.94in)
    • D: 4cm (1.57in)