Trainen van paarden Possibly 1883 - 1885

This print by C.R. Stock depicts a scene titled "The Last Change In," showing a horse-drawn carriage, a quintessential symbol of travel and societal connection. The horses symbolize vitality, strength, and the motive power of society. The image's true resonance lies in how it evokes a sense of transition and the transient nature of life. Even the inn in the background is a liminal space, representing a temporary pause in the journey, a theme echoed in countless artworks across cultures. Think of the symbolic resting place in depictions of the biblical Flight to Egypt. The changing of horses here marks not only a physical transition but also a shift in life's trajectory, resonating deeply with our subconscious understanding of time's relentless flow. This scene acts as a powerful psychological metaphor, reminding us of our constant movement through time and space, and our yearning to both arrive and continue on our journey.