Passion of the Arabian
Pastel on paper
Matted and framed, 32 x 32
450.
The Flash of lights, the glitz of reflection, the imposing personality of this Daniel C. Muller carved horse, made me think of all the elements present in the spirited breed we know as the Arabian.
A flowing and fiery reddish mane, swooshing tassels and red and black trappings.
Were bits of this animal that needed to be captured. The expression on its attentive face sang of excitement and life ready to be tested. I chose to depict the horse from the typical lower sight line of a child, and in doing so, I feel the presentation is more imposing. The carousel lights are ready for illumination, signifying the electricity flowing in this horses veins.
Inspired by it’s flaring mane and the strain of the elegant neck, the subject is a 1912 DANIEL C. MULLER carving for Cedar Point’s Midway Carousel — a rare Muller carved carousel of all jumpers, four abreast. The machine is quite a thrill to see in motion.
Jump on board, and enjoy the ride that only passion can impart…..!