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The Neighing Horse
The Neighing Horse is an ink print by the Baroque artist Johann Teyler. It dates from 1691 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
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Overview
The Neighing Horse is a print created by Johann Teyler around 1691 using color etching techniques.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a horse standing on a patch of grass, its head turned to the side with its mouth open, suggesting it is neighing. The horse's coat is rendered in shades of brown, with a wavy mane and tail.
Technique & Style
The artist achieved texture in the horse's fur through shading, while the grass is suggested by quick, small lines. The print is a color etching, inked à la poupée on laid paper, utilizing acid to create detailed impressions.
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