Painting of Arabian Horses Van Gogh threading between scrub grasses

threading between scrub grasses

The painting summons the awe of the wild alpine wilderness

their tops meeting in a delicate lattice of fresh green leaves

romantic schemes and sit happily alongside white linen

all reflected in the mirror-still water below

Painting of Arabian Horses Van Gogh threading between scrub grassesTwo pale grey Arabian horses stride across a sunlit desert oasis, their coats almost silver against the warm ochre sand. Behind them, a cluster of tall date palms leans against a bright blue sky scattered with soft white cloud, while ridges of pink and dun coloured rock fade into the distance. A shallow pool mirrors the scene at their feet, doubling the palms and the horses' legs in still water. The poise of the two animals, mid step and alert,