Artwork

Reveller Mare

Reveller Mare, by Fritz Thomsen, oil, 1853
Reveller Mare, by Fritz Thomsen, oil, 1853

Reveller Mare is an oil painting by the Biedermeier artist Fritz Thomsen. It dates from 1853 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.

About this work

Overview

Reveller Mare is an oil painting created by Fritz Thomsen in 1853. It is part of the collection at the Statens Museum for Kunst.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a dark brown horse with a lighter belly, standing in the doorway of a wooden structure. The horse gazes out at a serene landscape of green hills, trees, and a cloudy sky, conveying a sense of calmness and contentment.

Technique & Style

The work is executed in oil paint, capturing the textures of the horse's mane and tail, as well as the natural scenery outside the structure.

Artist & collection

Artist

Fritz Thomsen

Fritz Thomsen (1819–1891) was an artist, born in Broager.

Frequently asked questions

Who painted Reveller Mare?

Reveller Mare was painted by Fritz Thomsen in 1853.

Where can I see Reveller Mare?

Reveller Mare is held by Statens Museum for Kunst.

What movement is Reveller Mare?

Reveller Mare is associated with Biedermeier.