Watering the Horses (1921)
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Frederick Arthur Bridgman's splendid painting, "Watering the Horses," painted in 1921, uses his characteristic attention to detail and vibrant color to transport viewers to a serene moment in a sun-dappled landscape. In this evocative scene, we observe two horses being led to a gentle stream for a drink. The elder horse, dark and calm, bends down to sip from the stream, while a younger, chestnut-colored horse looks on attentively.Accompanying them is a figure dressed in traditional attire, possibly of North African or Middle Eastern descent, indicative of Bridgman’s fascination with Orientalist themes. The figure's outfit, detailed with a red sash and a white headscarf, suggests a blend of utility and local tradition. The background reveals a lush setting with palm trees and a hint of a distant encampment under the glow of a warm sky, suggesting the time might be either early morning or late afternoon.The overall ambiance Bridgman creates is one of peaceful coexistence with nature, highlighted by the delicate blooming flowers at the water's edge and the soft, reflective quality of the water itself. This painting not only captures a moment of everyday necessity but also a picturesque slice of life from a world Bridgman found endlessly inspiring.
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Frederick Arthur Bridgman (November 10, 1847 – January 13, 1928) was an American artist known for his paintings of "Orientalist" subjects.