{"product_id":"black-horses-from-lincolnshire-johann-adam-klein","title":"Black Horses from Lincolnshire - Johann Adam Klein","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn 1819 etching by Johann Adam Klein depicting two heavy draught horses and their groom in a rural setting, rendered with precise anatomical detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJohann Adam Klein was a German printmaker and painter known for his precise observations of animals and rural life. This etching, dated 1819, demonstrates his technical proficiency in capturing the physical characteristics of heavy draught horses. The composition features two horses standing in a sparse, open field, attended by a groom who stands between them. The artist employs a controlled, linear style to define the musculature and the texture of the horses' coats, particularly the feathered hair on their lower legs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe work reflects the interest in animal portraiture that occupied many artists of the early nineteenth century. Klein focuses on the anatomy and the quiet interaction between the human figure and the animals. The background remains minimal, ensuring the viewer's attention stays on the form and posture of the horses. The etching technique allows for fine detail in the manes and the harness equipment, while the shading provides a sense of volume to the animals' bodies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKlein spent time travelling through Europe, and his work often documented the specific breeds and types of livestock he encountered. This piece is a clear example of his ability to combine scientific observation with artistic composition. The print is executed with a high degree of clarity, typical of his graphic output during this period. It serves as a record of agricultural life and the relationship between working animals and their handlers. The monochromatic nature of the etching emphasises the structural qualities of the subjects, making it a study in form and line rather than atmospheric effect. Collectors of equestrian art or historical prints will appreciate the accuracy and the disciplined approach Klein brings to this subject matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/gezicht-op-beverwijk-abraham-rademaker\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eGezicht op Beverwijk - Abraham Rademaker — Abraham Rademaker\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/gezicht-op-kasteel-doorwerth-hendrik-spilman\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eGezicht op Kasteel Doorwerth - Hendrik Spilman — Hendrik Spilman\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Johann Adam Klein","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58578460508495,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58578493866319,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58578493899087,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58578493931855,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58578493964623,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58578493997391,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58578494030159,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58578494062927,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58578494095695,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58578494128463,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58578494161231,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58578494193999,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Black-Horses-from-Lincolnshire_Poster_CompositorV1_1787830734666.jpg?v=1787831011","url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.co.uk\/products\/black-horses-from-lincolnshire-johann-adam-klein","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}