En hoppe med sit føl 1879

Adolph Kittendorff captured this image of a mare and her foal using lithography. Note the enduring symbol of the horse, revered across cultures as a symbol of strength, freedom, and nobility. This pairing here is not merely an animal study but evokes a deeper, almost archetypal theme of nurture and protection. The bond between mare and foal speaks to primal instincts, mirroring human connections. Consider the image of the Madonna and Child. The tenderness depicted between mother and child is mirrored here. It represents not just physical protection but also the transmission of knowledge and instinct. This echoes in equestrian art through the ages, from classical sculptures to Renaissance paintings. This powerful imagery transcends time, resurfacing in various forms, each echoing the deep, subconscious resonance of protection and guidance.