Blacksmith with Gray c. 1880 - 1923

"Blacksmith with Gray" is a painting by Dutch artist George Hendrik Breitner, created between 1880 and 1923. The painting, housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a blacksmith tending to a gray horse, likely in a stable. Breitner's signature use of loose brushstrokes and muted colors, with a focus on light and shadow, are evident in this work. This intimate scene showcases Breitner's talent for capturing the details of everyday life.