In the hands of a master illustrator like Sam Savitt, the simplest of sketches can bring life to their subject. This drawing with colored pencil on paper measures 10 by 13 inches.
Perhaps nothing is as representative of Sam Savitt’s immense talent as his ability to draw the head of a horse. This 12- by-15-inch illustration on medium-weight paper evokes the life-like power of his work.
This watercolor painting of a Clydesdale appeared in Sam Savitt’s 1962 book “Around the World with Horses.” The painting, which measures 8 by 10 inches, is held in a plain white mat board for its protection. Despite being 60 years old, it is in excellent condition.
This unusual piece comprised the front and back cover of a book entitled “How to Take Care of Your Horse Until the Vet Comes.” Sam Savitt co-wrote the book with Herb Marlin. This large watercolor measures 16 by 22 inches.
Included in the Jan/Feb 2019 issue of UnTacked magazine, this is a limited-edition print, created in the 1980’s and signed by Sam Savitt at that time. While this web site normally sells only original art, this item is being offered because of the UnTacked article. It measures 25 by 18 inches. Price $95.
This pleasing image, which appears to be a combination of watercolor, ink and WhiteOut, is on paper measuring 11 by 13 inches. It is held in a gray mat that is only slightly larger than the artwork itself. Price: $1,025.
This 10 by 14 inch drawing was done for either a book or magazine article. Most of the publisher’s notes in the margins have been taken away. The detail in this pencil drawing is extremely rich and well-preserved even though it is probably at least 30 to 40 years old. Price: $850.
The drawing in black ink shows a rider sailing towards earth after having been tossed by a horse he was trying to break. This drawing on paper measures 14 by 10 inches and has neither a frame nor a mat.
This lovely warmly colored watercolor painting of three horses in a pasture is in a white mat (with slight imperfections) and dark green inset, measuring 15 by 16 inches. Price: $1,175.
Sam Savitt original artwork & signed reproductions 