A horse 1678 - 1740

Francesco Fernandi’s "A horse" is a red chalk drawing of a horse's head and upper torso. It dates back to 1678-1740 and is currently housed in the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst. The drawing captures the horse in a moment of repose, its head slightly lowered as if in contemplation. Fernandi uses a loose, expressive stroke to depict the animal’s form, highlighting the musculature and texture of its fur. The drawing’s small size (175 mm x 217 mm) adds to its intimacy and serves as a testament to the artist’s skill in capturing a powerful subject with delicate precision.