[Thomas Eakins's Horse Billy and Two Crowell Children at Avondale, Pennsylvania] 1890 - 1894

This photograph, titled *[Thomas Eakins's Horse Billy and Two Crowell Children at Avondale, Pennsylvania]*, is a snapshot of a scene from American artist Thomas Eakins' life in the late 19th century. Taken between 1890 and 1894, the image shows Eakins' horse Billy, a white horse, standing calmly in a field with two children, likely from the Crowell family. The image is a snapshot of everyday life at Eakins' estate in Avondale, Pennsylvania, highlighting his interest in capturing realism through photography. Eakins, known for his realistic paintings, was a pioneer of photography, recognizing its potential to capture life accurately.