Saddle Horse in Farm Yard

Winslow Homer

Created:
Movement:
1875
Realism
key Notes:
Rural realism, equestrian subject
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Dimensions:
12 3/4 x 15 7/8 in. (32.4 x 40.3 cm)
medium:
Oil on wood
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Saddle Horse in Farm Yard by Winslow Homer

Winslow Homer (1836-1910) was a prominent American artist known for his contributions to landscape and genre painting. His work, Saddle Horse in Farm Yard, created in 1875, exemplifies his adept use of oil on wood to capture rural American life. This painting reflects Homer's keen observation of everyday scenes, a hallmark of his artistic style. During this period, Homer was transitioning from his earlier focus on Civil War subjects to more serene and pastoral themes. The piece is significant for its depiction of the American countryside, contributing to the broader narrative of post-Civil War American identity. Homer's work continues to be celebrated for its technical skill and its ability to convey the subtleties of light and atmosphere.

Description of the work:

Saddle Horse in Farm Yard by Winslow Homer

Created in 1875, Winslow Homer's "Saddle Horse in Farm Yard" is an oil on wood painting that depicts a tranquil rural scene featuring a horse in a farm setting. The artwork exemplifies Homer's realistic style, capturing the simplicity and serenity of 19th-century American rural life.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Saddle Horse in Farm Yard