Artwork
Sabina

Sabina is a photography by Unknown. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.
About this work
Overview
Sabina, attributed to the artist known as 2708_person, is a mid‑nineteenth‑century photograph dating to around 1850. The image is part of the collection of the Museum of Ethnography and depicts a domestic equine scene within a modest wooden stable.
Subject & Meaning
The composition centers on a brown horse standing calmly inside the stall, its head gently turned toward the viewer. A simple rope halter encircles its neck, emphasizing the animal’s domesticated status. A second horse appears partially in the background, lending a sense of quiet activity and depth to the interior space.
Technique & Style
The photograph captures the rough texture of the dark plank walls, scattered hay, and a small window that admits muted daylight. A ladder leans against the left wall, adding a functional detail. The image’s tonal range and careful framing reflect the documentary style common to mid‑19th‑century ethnographic photography.
History & Provenance
Created circa 1850, the work entered the Museum of Ethnography’s holdings at an unspecified date. Its attribution to 2708_person remains based on museum records, and the piece has been preserved as part of the institution’s visual documentation of rural life.
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