An evocative watercolor by Ludwig Koch, a master of equestrian painting in the Austro-Hungarian sphere. The work presents a chestnut horse in the foreground, depicted with Koch’s customary anatomical precision and an almost documentary attention to posture and musculature. In the background, two horses emerge through the dust of the enclosure in affiliative behavior, adding depth and atmosphere.

The composition is constructed with great balance: the main subject dominates the scene, while the rural setting and wooden fencing suggest a stable or training environment. The signature and date appear lower right; handwritten notes, likely referring to the horse’s name or a breeding register, are present lower left.

Height: 31 cm (12.2 in) Width: 41.6 cm (16.4 in)