The Horse Fair
c. 1852-1855 National Gallery
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This monumental oil painting captures a vibrant horse market in Paris, depicting a large number of powerful horses being managed by their handlers with dramatic realism. It was an ambitious work that brought significant recognition to the artist.
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The Horse Fair
Rosa Bonheur, c. 1852-1855