Tethered and Chained Horse
18th century
Description
This drawing depicts a caparisoned male horse. It is tethered by its bridle and its back feet are chained. His left back leg is raised. Rendered in profile, its ears are set back, eye widened, mouth agape, suggesting that is has been startled. Rajput Style, Kota School.
Dimensions
12 x 16.5 cm (4 3/4 x 6 1/2 in.)
Provenance
Stuart Cary Welch (by 1973 - 2008,) by descent; to his estate (2008-2009,) gift; to Harvard Art Museum. Notes: Object was part of temporary loan to Museum in 1973.
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