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A Gentleman on Horseback with his Groom, by Johann Georg Pforr, unspecified, 1794

A Gentleman on Horseback with his Groom

Johann Georg Pforr

1794

unspecified

From the collection of Städel Museum

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Overview

A Gentleman on Horseback with his Groom is a 1794 unspecified by Johann Georg Pforr, a Rococo painting work, held at Städel Museum.

Who painted this?
Johann Georg Pforr
When & what style?
1794 · Rococo painting
Where can I see it?
Städel Museum

About this work

This painting shows a man on horseback, dressed in 18th-century clothing, including a hat and long coat. He's accompanied by a groom in simple attire, who is leading another horse. The scene is set in a rural landscape with trees, hills, and a cloudy sky. The horses and figures are central to the composition, with the landscape serving as a backdrop. The artist's use of light and shadow adds depth to the scene, highlighting the textures of the clothing and the horses' coats. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this work, you might want to look up Johann Georg Pforr.

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