About the Piece
A dramatic large-scale oil on canvas by Canadian artist Kindrie Grove, dated 1999, depicting a group of zebras gathered at a watering place. The composition is immediate and highly graphic: overlapping black-and-white striped bodies create an almost abstract rhythm across the upper field, while four lowered heads draw the eye toward the reflective water below. The restrained palette of black, ivory, warm brown, gray and cool blue gives the painting strong decorative impact without overwhelming a sophisticated interior.
Grove’s close cropping places the viewer directly within the herd rather than at a distant landscape viewpoint. This unusual perspective gives the work both intimacy and movement. Each zebra is individually articulated through variations in stripe, expression and position, while the repetition of pattern creates a bold visual cadence. Reflections and softly painted ripples in the water provide a quiet counterpoint to the graphic strength of the animals, balancing realism with a contemporary decorative sensibility.
The painting is particularly effective because of its generous scale. Measuring approximately 44 inches high by 61 inches wide and 2 inches deep, it has enough presence to anchor a living room, library, dining room, entry hall, office, hospitality space or large bedroom. It works especially well above a long console, credenza or sofa, where the horizontal composition can be appreciated from across the room. The neutral coloration also allows the work to integrate easily with modern, contemporary, eclectic, organic modern, safari-inspired or globally collected interiors.
Created in 1999, the work belongs to the late 20th century and reflects Grove’s continuing interest in animals as expressive subjects. The artist is known for painting and sculpting animal imagery, and this canvas communicates both the individuality of the zebras and the visual power of the herd. Rather than treating wildlife as a distant decorative motif, the composition focuses on the animals at close range, creating a strong sense of presence.
The painting is framed and is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity from the artist, an important addition for collectors and buyers seeking documented authorship. The canvas is presented in good condition, with any minor surface or age-related characteristics consistent with a work dating from 1999 and visible in the detailed photographs.
This is an excellent statement painting for a collector, interior designer or architect seeking large-scale animal art with immediate visual impact. Its combination of recognizable subject matter, sophisticated monochromatic pattern, substantial dimensions and documented artist attribution makes it equally suitable for a refined residential interior or a high-end commercial setting. Strong enough to stand alone on a large wall, it can also serve as the focal point of a curated collection of contemporary figurative or wildlife art.
The subject is immediately legible at thumbnail size, while the intricate zebra stripes reward closer inspection. That balance is especially effective online: the image reads quickly, yet still offers texture, scale and detail to encourage buyers to explore the photographs.
1stDibs attributes to use Creator: Kindrie Grove Title/Subject: African Zebras at an Oasis Year: 1999 Period: Late 20th Century / 1990–1999 Place of Origin: Canada Category: Wall Decorations → Paintings Medium: Oil on Canvas Materials: Canvas, Oil Paint Technique: Painted Style: Folk Art Subject: Zebras / Wildlife / Animals / African Wildlife Dimensions: 44" H × 61" W × 2" D Condition: Good Framed: Yes Certificate of Authenticity: Yes Orientation: Landscape / Horizontal Colors: Black, ivory, brown, gray, blue
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