Study of a Fragment of the Turkish Horse Bit from the 17th C.
1869
oil
From the collection of National Museum in Kraków
1869
oil
From the collection of National Museum in Kraków
This painting shows a close-up of a horse bit, with intricate metalwork and a dark background. The bit is made up of several pieces, including a long, curved piece with a decorative end and two smaller pieces attached to it. The metal is painted in shades of gold and brown, with some darker shadows. The painting is very detailed, with lots of texture and shading. You can see the individual pieces of the bit and how they fit together. The background is dark and plain, which helps the bit stand out. If you like this painting, you might want to check out other works by Stanisław Chlebowski.
