Men Shoeing a Horse c. late 19th century

"Men Shoeing a Horse" is a graphite drawing on paper by American artist Walter Shirlaw, created in the late 19th century. The composition depicts a blacksmith and his assistant shoing a horse while three small dogs watch. Shirlaw's use of shading and loose lines creates a sense of movement and immediacy, capturing a common scene of rural life during the late 19th century. The drawing is a fine example of Shirlaw's skill at capturing the details of daily life in his work.