Spanish Mule

1936

Wilfred Fairclough

Associated Names
Wilfred Fairclough

Artist, British, born 1907

This is a drawing of a horse-like animal covered with a tattered blanket and wearing a harness. The animal stands with its head lowered slightly, wearing a detailed harness complete with reins and a bit. The blanket draped over its body is heavily worn and patched in several places. The creature's thin legs and drooping head convey a sense of weariness. A small patch of ground with a plant is drawn near its hooves, suggesting a natural setting. The artist has employed fine line work and shading to provide detail and texture to both the animal's body and the blanket covering it. The drawing captures a sense of endurance and work.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    engraving

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 21.8 × 29.5 cm (8 9/16 × 11 5/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.3.3723


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64962507

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