Pferdemarkt in Szolnok II (1877)

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August von Pettenkofen's "Pferdemarkt in Szolnok II," painted in 1877, is an evocative visual portrayal of a bustling horse market in Szolnok, Hungary. The scene is set against a vast, overcast sky, lending a dramatic mood that underscores the vibrancy of daily rural life.The painting captures an array of horses at different angles and in various states of action or rest, each depicted with a quick, impressionistic brushwork that conveys movement and life. The earthy tones and loose strokes create a sense of immediacy and intimacy, offering a glimpse into the interactions between the horses and their handlers.Center stage in the composition is a white horse, which stands out against the darker shades of its companions and the subdued background. The figures of the people are painted with less detail, portrayed in mere strokes of white and dark colors that suggest rather than delineate. This technique focuses the viewer's attention on the animals and the atmospheric setting rather than individual human characters."Pferdemarkt in Szolnok II" invites viewers to reflect on a moment of everyday rural existence, highlighting August von Pettenkofen’s skill in capturing the essence of a scene with sweeping gestures of color and light.

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August von Pettenkofen (10 May 1822 - 21 March 1889) was an Austrian painter, lithographer, illustrator and cartoonist.