“Mares and Foals in a Wooded Landscape” is an oil on canvas painting by George Stubbs, created between 1760 and 1762. This Romanticism artwork, which falls under the genre of animal painting, is currently housed in a private collection.
The artwork depicts a serene woodland scene populated by mares and their foals, set against a richly detailed backdrop of trees and foliage. The artist, George Stubbs, masterfully captures the beauty and tranquility of the natural environment, emphasizing the grace and harmony of the animals within it. The use of light and shadow enhances the depth and realism, drawing the viewer’s eye to the central figures of the horses while also appreciating the lush, enveloping greenery. Stubbs’ detailed brushwork and keen observation of nature are evident in the meticulous rendering of the horses’ anatomy and the vibrant landscape that surrounds them.
