This is a painting of a spiked iron harness or bridle. The artwork depicts a circular iron ring with protruding spikes evenly distributed around its form, resembling an agricultural or medieval implement. Attached to the ring are leather straps. The stark contrast between the metal and the leather creates a striking visual element. The light brown background provides a neutral canvas that allows the detailed textures of the iron and leather to stand out. This is in the style of John Peto, known for his meticulous rendering of everyday objects and antiquities in trompe-l'oeil fashion.
Artwork Details
- Date
- c. 1938
- Medium
- watercolor and graphite on paper
- Dimensions
- 4390 × 3432 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original