“Born of the desert sands, the Arabian horse is the poetry of motion and the legacy of kings.” - Patrycja Makowska
Horses are a significant part of Arabic culture, especially in the UAE as they are looked upon as symbol of nobility. For centuries, horses have been cherished by the Bedouin tribes, symbolising prestige and used for protection, transportation and companionship by the owners because of their physical and spiritual strength.
The artist uses a horse as the focal subject of the painting for the very reason that depicts UAE’s cultural heritage. The hint of a barn door suggests that the horse is either being reared at a stable or a barn.
The barn door, wooden ledge and the bolts are painted in shades earthly shades of browns and greys to highlight it uneven and rustic textures.
Shades of warm yellows on the exterior wall portrays the warm, balmy look well of its surrounding. In this painting, the horse standing near the door looking possibly hints of a visitor at the other side!