Horses and Pigs in a Landscape, Windsor 1793 - 1794

Thomas Girtin's watercolor drawing, *Horses and Pigs in a Landscape, Windsor*, created between 1793 and 1794, showcases the artist's mastery of atmospheric perspective. This small, delicate artwork is dominated by a hazy landscape scene, with a few sketchy figures and animals, including the titular horses and pigs, in the foreground. The subtle use of washes and the soft contours contribute to the overall feeling of ethereal beauty, a hallmark of Girtin's artistic style. This piece is a prime example of the transition from detailed landscape drawings to the evocative and expressive works of Romanticism, and can be found in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York.