Paarden voor een dal before 1897

"Paarden voor een dal" (Horses before a Valley) is a black and white drawing by Walter Dwight Wilcox, created before 1897. It depicts a group of horses pulling a wagon up a snowy, mountainous trail. The scene is likely set in the Canadian Rockies, where Wilcox was a prominent artist and illustrator. The drawing's detail and perspective give viewers a sense of the harsh beauty and challenging terrain faced by travelers in this region. The image also provides a glimpse into early 20th century mountain exploration, reflecting the importance of horses and wagons for transportation in remote areas. This artwork exemplifies Wilcox's talent for capturing the drama and grandeur of nature.