a) Horses at Rest (recto); b) Horses at Rest (verso) (Sosta di cavalli)
1875
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
About the artist
1875
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
a) Horses at Rest (recto); b) Horses at Rest (verso) (Sosta di cavalli) is a 1875 ink by Giovanni Fattori, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This etching depicts two horses standing in a field, facing away from each other. The horse on the left is slightly closer to the viewer, with its head turned to the right. The horse on the right is positioned farther back, with its head turned to the left. Both horses are wearing saddles and bridles. The horses are set against a simple background, with no other objects or figures visible. The etching is rendered in a range of tones, from light to dark, which creates a sense of depth and texture. The artist's use of etching techniques adds a level of detail and nuance to the image, making it feel more lifelike. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this piece, you might want to look up Fattori, Giovanni.
