Two plough horses
1659
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1659
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This painting shows two horses standing in a field, facing right. The horse on the right is larger and has a darker mane. The horse on the left is smaller and has a lighter mane. Both horses have their heads down, as if they are eating grass. The background of the painting is a light-colored field with some trees in the distance. The sky above is light gray with some clouds. The overall mood of the painting is peaceful and serene. The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and dimension in the painting. You can learn more about this technique by exploring the works of other artists who used it, such as Dirck Stoop.
