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The Mare and the Wolf

Allart van Everdingen

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a scene featuring horses, wolves, and a church. The image shows an interaction between the horses and wolves in a natural setting. On the right side, a horse is standing on its hind legs near a wolf on the ground. On the left side, another horse is also on its hind legs. A wolf is perched on a rock observing the scene. In the background, there is a church with a steeple among trees and rustic structures. The drawing is detailed with fine lines, capturing movement and tension in a rural setting.

Artwork Details

Date
probably c. 1645/1656
Medium
etching
Dimensions
4048 × 3509 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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