Walton 1823

James Ward created this print, "Walton," employing engraving to capture the essence of his subject. Here we see the horse, an enduring symbol of power, freedom, and nobility. Consider the horse in antiquity, revered as a divine creature, a companion of gods, pulling the chariots of the sun across the sky. This echoes through time, resurfacing in equestrian portraits of kings and emperors, where the horse elevates the ruler to mythical status, reinforcing his dominion. Even in our modern world, the horse evokes feelings, buried deep in our collective memory, of a primal connection to nature. Looking at the horse's posture, there’s a certain melancholy, a quiet strength that resonates on a subconscious level. It reminds us that symbols evolve, accumulating layers of meaning with each new context, and the horse invites us to contemplate the cyclical nature of symbols and their enduring psychological power.