Late 17th To Early 18th-century Oil On Canvas Depicting A Blacksmith

Late 17th to early 18th-century Flemish oil on canvas depicting a blacksmith with characters. In this artwork, three central characters are depicted in their context. The main element of this scene is the blacksmith, an expert blacksmith specialized in shoeing horses. The blacksmith is portrayed in close-up as he works on the hoof of a steed. His figure stands out clearly from the canvas, highlighting the details of his trade: the hammer, the red-hot iron, and his skill in caring for the horse. In the background, various dwellings can be seen, forming the context of the scene. School of Pieter van Bloemen.
Origin: Netherlands
Period: Late 17th century to early 18th century
Dimensions: 39x49 cm (height)