A Horse Bound to a Post

A Horse Bound to a Post

Dirck Stoop

1651

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From the collection of National Gallery of Art

About this work

The painting features a horse standing on a hill, its head turned to the left and its body facing right. The horse is bound to a post with a rope, and its ears are perked up. In the background, a man sits on the ground with his back against a tree, looking up at the horse. He is wearing a hat and has a dog sitting next to him. The scene is depicted in a serene and peaceful manner, with the horse and the man seemingly lost in thought. The use of light and shadow adds depth and texture to the painting, creating a sense of realism. For more information on the technique used to create this piece, look up etching.

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