This is a drawing of two oxen pulling a heavy cart up a rocky slope. The image depicts a scene of manual labor, with the oxen yoked together, straining to pull a wooden cart. The cart is heavily laden and has large wooden wheels. The terrain is uneven and rocky, suggesting a challenging path. The backdrop includes rocky outcrops and rugged landscape. The oxen appear focused on their task. The drawing is in monochromatic tones, using graphite or charcoal for depth and detail.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1860s or 1870s
- Medium
- graphite and black crayon with white chalk on gray wove paper
- Dimensions
- 4970 × 3410 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
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