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To The Paddock
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.
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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.
To The Paddock
An Original Oil Painting
The Quiet Before the Thunder.
Every great race begins in the shadows of the paddock. In "To The Paddock," Carol Roark captures the building anticipation as a young colt is led toward the saddling area. There is a focused, electric energy in the horse’s gait, brilliantly highlighted by the high-contrast light reflecting off its grey coat. Using her decade of experience as an official artist for the horse racing world, Roark documents the "atmospheric vibration" of the track, making the viewer feel the weight of the moment before the start.
A Masterpiece of Light and Shadow.
Following the tradition of the Henry Hensche colorist method, Carol Roark uses bold temperature shifts to define the muscle and movement of the equine athlete. This 16x20 original oil painting is more than a portrait; it is a transportive bridge to the hidden, magical corners of the sporting South. The dramatic shadows and textured brushwork make this a sophisticated addition to any fine art collection focused on equine power and tradition.
Details & Dimensions:
- Title: To The Paddock
- 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
- Signature: Signed by Artist (Bottom Right)
- Authenticity: Includes a Certificate of Authenticity (COA)
- Investment: $1,300.00
- Availability: Ready to Ship
- Reflection Period: 7-Day Reflection Period
Own the energy of the track. Add "To The Paddock" 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.
