A French Farrier

About this work

This black-and-white print shows a farrier—someone who shoes horses—working on a big draft horse in a dim, rustic stable. The farrier squats on the left, holding a tool, while another person stands nearby. The horse is harnessed, and a smaller horse peeks out from behind. The walls are rough stone, and the light is low, making everything look gritty and real. Notice how the artist used sharp lines to show the horse’s muscles and the farrier’s focus. The title tells us this is a French farrier, and the style feels raw and dramatic. Want to know more? Look up lithography to see how this print was made.