Around horses drinking, a whole gallery of characters is active: soldiers, travelers, children, street vendors. All in a popular, lively, and finely observed atmosphere.
The work is in the style of the Polish painter Alexandre Orlowski (1777–1832), a great chronicler of scenes of daily life, of the military and of the common people. We find his influence here in the rhythmic composition, the expressive faces and the attention to detail.
Oil on metal, later black frame.
Frame 42x50 cm
Very good condition. Beautiful freshness of the palette and realistic rendering.