This is a painting of a farrier's shop at night. A strong internal light source illuminates the scene, showing a cluttered shop interior through a large window. Tools and objects related to working on horses are visible. A horse is prominently featured in front of the shop, with its head turned towards the viewer. The scene features a rich tonal contrast between light and dark, emphasizing details of the horse's form and the textures of the building. The style resembles that of Joseph Wright of Derby, known for using chiaroscuro.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1771
- Medium
- mezzotint on heavy laid paper
- Dimensions
- 3504 × 4988 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original