Artwork

Horses and Carts on a Country Road

Horses and Carts on a Country Road, by Thomas Rowlandson, 1801
Horses and Carts on a Country Road, by Thomas Rowlandson, 1801

Horses and Carts on a Country Road is a print by Thomas Rowlandson. It dates from 1801 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

Horses and Carts on a Country Road is a print by Thomas Rowlandson, created around 1801. It exemplifies the artist's work as a prominent English caricaturist and observer of society during the Georgian period.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a rural scene, showcasing Rowlandson's interest in capturing everyday life and the customs of his time. The image reflects his ability to observe and illustrate the characters and activities of the era.

Technique & Style

Rowlandson's style in Horses and Carts on a Country Road is characteristic of his lively and humorous approach to illustration. The work is representative of his skill in conveying the spirit of the scenes he depicted.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Thomas Rowlandson

Artist

Thomas Rowlandson

Thomas Rowlandson (; 13 July 1757 – 21 April 1827) was an English artist and caricaturist of the Georgian Era, noted for his political satire and social observation.

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