Horse with Soldiers Smoking Pipe/Military Scene

1816

Johann Adam Klein

Associated Names
Johann Adam Klein

Artist, German, 1792 - 1875

This is a drawing of horses and figures in a rustic setting. The artwork shows several horses equipped with riding gear, standing alongside figures wearing long coats and top hats near a wagon. The foreground horse is adorned with a blanket and saddle, showcasing detailed craftsmanship in fabric textures and the horse's anatomy. The drawing includes a rustic landscape with farm carts, wooden wheels, and a few individuals seemingly engaged in casual activity. The sky is lightly shaded with distant birds. The characters wear attire hinting at a historical period, possibly suggesting travel or a rural life setting. The intricate line work and shading create depth and texture, capturing the diverse elements within the scene.

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Artwork overview


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

(Ellwanger/Mescha Collection, Washington, DC); gift to NGA, 2010

Associated Names

Bibliography

1863

  • Jahn, C. Das Werk von Johann Adam Klein Maler und Kupferätzer zu München. Munich: Verlag der Montmorrilon'schen Kunsthandlung, 1863: no. 174, ii/ii

Inscriptions

lower left in pen and ink: aufgehöht von J. A. Klein; lower right in plate: J. A. Klein fec: 1816

Wikidata ID

Q76345997

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