Artwork
A Horse Fastened to a Stake
A Horse Fastened to a Stake is a print by Dirk Stoop. It dates from 1659 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
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Overview
A Horse Fastened to a Stake is a print by Dirck Stoop, created around 1659. It is part of the collection at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a horse tied to a stake, facing right with its head turned towards the viewer. A dog lies in the foreground, looking up at the horse, set against a simple landscape background.
Technique & Style
The artist has detailed the horse's texture and movement, using chiaroscuro to create depth and volume, making the horse stand out from the background.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Dirk Stoop (c. 1618–1686) was a widely travelled painter and engraver of the Dutch Golden Age. Alternative versions of his name include Dirck Stoff, Theodorus (van der) Stoop, Thierry (the French version) and…
