Het slachten van twee paarden 1880 - 1911

"Het slachten van twee paarden" (The Slaughter of Two Horses) is a drawing by Pieter Dupont that depicts the gruesome reality of a horse slaughterhouse. The scene shows two horses lying lifeless on the floor, while a man skinning one of them and others standing by. The stark realism and grim subject matter showcase Dupont's talent for capturing the raw, brutal realities of everyday life. The work, created between 1880 and 1911, exemplifies the artist's use of detailed lines and shading to create a sense of depth and texture. This piece is a testament to the artist's commitment to depicting the harsh realities of the working class.