Benjamin West (fragment from a portrait) 1818

This fragment of a portrait by James Green depicts the head and torso of a white horse, most likely from a larger historical painting. The artist, known for his portraits and historical scenes, captures the animal's powerful presence with dramatic lighting and detailed musculature. The dark background and close cropping enhance the horse's prominence, creating a sense of immediacy and realism. This fragment, created in 1818, is a testament to Green's skill in capturing the beauty and strength of animals within a historical context, a common theme in his work. The fragment is currently housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.