Chestnut in Winter - Original

Like many artists, Iris sometimes tests new ideas by painting a small study first. These petite works explore color and composition, often serving as the foundation for much larger paintings. Each small original offers a peek behind the curtain—a glimpse of what is taking shape in her studio. Collecting one is a way to be part of the journey from the first spark to the final bloom. Each painting is paired with her favorite ornate black-and-gold frame.

A reddish horse stands in a snowy field, her silhouette simplified and storybook. She glows against the white, especially her underbelly lit by reflected light on the snow. A single car tire track runs along the right edge toward a house beyond the frame. From that same direction, a female figure in a long wool coat approaches, hand outstretched with treats. The scene is quiet, East Coast winter light holding both distance and companionship in the same breath.

Year Created: 2026

Medium: Oil on canvas

Dimensions:

Artwork: 12 × 12 inches
Canvas Depth: 1–1.5 inches
Framed: 17 3/8 × 17 3/8 inches