A Donkey and a Spaniel in a Stable

A Donkey and a Spaniel in a Stable

Abraham Cooper

1818

oil

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This painting shows a donkey standing in a stable, facing left. A spaniel lies on the ground in front of it. The stable has a doorway with a netted window, and a shelf with two pots on the wall. The donkey is the main focus, with the spaniel adding a sense of companionship. The stable's interior is dimly lit, with the donkey and spaniel lit from the left, suggesting a warm light source. You might also want to explore more works by Abraham Cooper.

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