Silent Strength Beneath Arches
Artist
Bob Gaw (Commissioned)Description
Silent Strength Beneath Arches is a meticulously rendered black-and-white drawing that invites viewers into a moment frozen in time. The artwork captures a brick building marked "JONES BROS Buy & Sell MULES & HORSES," distinguished by its series of arched doorways and carefully drawn window details. In front of this facade, a line of harnessed mules or horses stands patiently, their forms detailed with attention to texture and anatomy. A figure stands to the right, gently holding one of the animals, adding a human connection to the scene. Above, a rectangular sign displays three horses pulling a cart, grounding the image in its historical context. The subtle inscription of the year "1912" beneath the drawing offers a quiet reminder of the past.Try it!
