David Marsh in Horse-Drawn Sleigh in a Winter Landscape
1890
oil
From the collection of Clark Art Institute
1890
oil
From the collection of Clark Art Institute
This painting depicts a man in a horse-drawn sleigh, set against a winter landscape. The man is dressed in a dark coat and hat, and the horses are black. The sleigh is moving to the left, with the horses' legs extended in motion. In the background, there are trees and a gray sky, which suggests a cold winter day. The overall mood of the painting is one of serenity and tranquility, capturing a moment of peacefulness in the midst of winter. For more information on the artist who created this serene winter scene, look up Peter B. West.
