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Horsemen at the Blacksmith's, by Johann Georg Pforr, unspecified, 1794

Horsemen at the Blacksmith's

Johann Georg Pforr

1794

unspecified

From the collection of Städel Museum

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Overview

Horsemen at the Blacksmith's 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 bustling scene outside a blacksmith's shop. Horsemen in colorful clothing are gathered near the entrance, while others are visible inside the shop. The blacksmith is actively working on a horse's hoof. In the foreground, a woman sits with a child, and a man tends to a dog. The scene is set against a backdrop of a stone building with a large arched entrance. The artist has paid close attention to the details of the scene, capturing the textures of the stone walls and the clothing of the figures. The use of warm colors adds to the sense of activity and energy in the scene. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this work, you might want to look up Johann Georg Pforr.

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