Black Comet 1849

"Black Comet," painted in 1849 by Danish artist Fritz Thomsen, depicts a black stallion in a stable setting. The horse is positioned frontally, with a man in a stable-hand's attire adjusting the bridle. The painting, housed in the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, is a testament to Thomsen's skill in depicting both the animal's powerful physique and the quiet intimacy of the scene. The warm tones of the painting and the focus on the horse's musculature create a striking image, highlighting the animal's strength and beauty.