A collected work is not only selected; it is placed. This dossier records the material, scale, studio origin, and acquisition path for the piece.
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The Stretch
Carol Roark
Shipping & Studio Lead Times
Ready works are prepared directly by the artist studio, then dispatched with full insurance and tracking. Most ready works leave the studio within 2-5 business days after acquisition confirmation.
A portion of this acquisition is dedicated to scaling next-generation carbon removal technology via Stripe Climate. This commitment is absorbed in full to preserve the landscapes that inspire our creators.
Technical Specifications.
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Dimensions: 16" x 20"
Classification: Unique Work (One-of-a-kind)
Year: 2024
Provenance: Artist Direct / Mitsooz Vetted
Return Status: 7-Day Reflection
The Narrative.
The Stretch
An Original Oil Painting
The Moment the World Stops.
There is a specific vibration in the air when two thoroughbreds lock into a duel. In "The Stretch," Carol Roark captures the visceral intensity of the home stretch: not just as a race, but as a symphony of light, muscle, and grit. Using the prestigious Hensche colorist method, Roark doesn’t just paint horses; she captures the golden, atmospheric light reflecting off their coats and the sheer momentum of the win.
The Authority of the Equine Athlete.
As a founding artist of the Mississippi Plein Air Painters and the official artist for the Dixie National for a decade, Carol Roark brings a technical mastery to the canvas that is rare in modern art. This is a primary, one-of-a-kind original work created in 2024. The brushwork is deliberate and heavy with energy, making it a powerful focal piece for collectors who appreciate the magical corners of the South and the spirit of the race.
Details & Dimensions:
- Title: The Stretch
- Classification: Original Fine Art (One-of-a-Kind)
- Medium: Original Oil on Canvas
- Art Style: Southern Impressionism / Equine Fine Art
- Theme: Animals, Sports, Horse Racing
- Orientation: Horizontal
- Dimensions: 16" x 20"
- Year Created: 2024
- Authenticity: Includes a Certificate of Authenticity (COA)
- Investment: $1,300.00
- Availability: Ready to Ship
- Reflection Period: 7-Day Reflection Period
Own a transportive piece of the Southern landscape. Add "The Stretch" to your collection today at Mitsooz.
About the Artist.
The Mitsooz Commitment.
Studio-Direct Dispatch
Mitsooz facilitates an unmediated connection between the artist and the collector. Every work is dispatched directly from the artist’s studio or primary production workspace; fully insured from their door to yours.
Curated Provenance
The Collective is a strictly curated environment; every artist is vetted for technical mastery and narrative depth. Each work includes a physical, signed Certificate of Authenticity to ensure its origin and legacy.
Collector Reflection
We offer a 7-day reflection period for eligible works. Collectors may choose a 100% refund via the Mitsooz Collector Reserve or a cash refund minus a 25% restocking fee.
Note: Dimensional, commissioned, and bespoke works are considered final acquisitions.
