Drie trekpaarden in het water 1784 - 1848

"Drie trekpaarden in het water" (Three Draft Horses in the Water) is a pen-and-ink drawing created between 1784 and 1848 by Dutch artist Otto Baron Howen. The artwork depicts a man in a top hat riding a horse, while leading two other horses through a shallow body of water. The drawing captures a moment of daily life in the Netherlands, showcasing the use of horses for labor in the 18th and 19th centuries. The simple, yet detailed, lines of the drawing highlight Howen's skill and his ability to capture the movement and power of the horses. Currently residing in the Rijksmuseum, this drawing is a fine example of Dutch realism and provides insight into the agricultural practices of the time.