Artwork
Bolivia
Bolivia is an oil painting by the Realist artist Edward Troye. It dates from 1836 and is held in the collection of the Clark Art Institute.
About this work
Overview
Bolivia is a painting created in 1836 by Edward Troye, a Swiss-born American artist, using oil paint on an unspecified surface.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a white horse standing in a landscape with a tree and rocky cliff, facing left with its head turned towards the viewer, conveying a sense of calm and gentle interaction with its surroundings.
Technique & Style
Troye's use of oil paint achieves a high level of detail, capturing the horse's muscles and flowing mane, characteristic of the realism movement's emphasis on straightforward representation.
History & Provenance
The painting is part of the Clark Art Institute's collection, indicating its significance and preservation over time.
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Artist
Edward Troye (12 July 1808 – 25 July 1874) was a Swiss-born American painter best known for his portraits of Thoroughbred horses.
