"Day of Gold" by Richard De Wolfe 18"x24" alkyd on canvas
Clydesdale horses have been used to work the land on farms in the British Isles, Europe and North America for centuries. For the most part, these powerful work horses have been replaced by modern tractors and other machinery, but there are many people who still keep these mighty draft animals for logging, small farm operations, parades, horse pulls and ploughing matches, and even just for pets.
The team pictured here are pulling a "Scottish rig", single-furrow plow, turning the sod for the ancient farmer who holds the reins and guides them with a steady hand. I painted this picture in memory of my father, who was born in 1906 and worked with heavy horses much of his life.
I do a lot of farm and horse paintings, which is natural enough, since my wife and I have operated an equestrian riding and training facility for many years. Most of our horses are either for show or lessons, but occasionally we board a heavy horse for one of our clients. I am always awed by the size and power of these gentle draft animals.
The painting is available for sale directly, or through www.artfinder.com. Prints in various sizes and in many configurations, framed or otherwise, are available at www.rdewolfe.com.
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