Who painted Studier af æsler og en forspændt hest?

Studier af æsler og en forspændt hest was painted by Unknown in 1845.

Where can I see Studier af æsler og en forspændt hest?

Studier af æsler og en forspændt hest is held by Statens Museum for Kunst.

What movement is Studier af æsler og en forspændt hest?

Studier af æsler og en forspændt hest is associated with Realism.

Artwork

Studier af æsler og en forspændt hest

Unknown , 1845

Studier af æsler og en forspændt hest is an unspecified painting by the Realist artist Unknown. It dates from 1845 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.

About this work

Overview

Created in 1845 by the artist known as 1131_person, this oil painting depicts a rural tableau featuring three donkeys and a horse restrained to a post. The work is part of the collection of the Museum of Ethnography, where it is displayed as an example of 19th‑century agrarian subject matter.

Subject & Meaning

The composition presents a horse poised to surge forward, its muscles taut, while the donkeys remain placid in the background. The contrast between the animal’s restless energy and the calm of the donkeys suggests a moment of tension within everyday farm life, offering a glimpse into the dynamics of working animals.

Technique & Style

Sharp illumination and pronounced chiaroscuro define the visual impact, with bright highlights accentuating the horse’s form against deep shadows that envelop the surrounding space. The artist renders the texture of fur and the tension of ropes with meticulous detail, creating a tactile sense of immediacy.

History & Provenance

The painting entered the Museum of Ethnography’s holdings after its acquisition in the early 20th century, though the precise path from the artist’s studio to the museum remains undocumented. Its presence in the collection underscores the institution’s interest in documenting rural practices and animal husbandry of the period.