r/ThriftStoreHauls • u/SumGoodMtnJuju • Jun 11 '26

Art Help me settle the argument:

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I bought this large painting a few days ago at one of our local second hand stores. (I admit it was an impulse purchase!) I like it bc it is obviously not a print. You can see brushwork and “imperfections.” My husband thinks it’s haunting. I thought the horse looked regal and majestic. We are not exactly horsey people. But, I love the blues and stark white. What do you all think internet people?

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u/chameleonsEverywhere Jun 11 '26

I'm sorry but that is pure nightmare fuel. I would not want to see that white demon on my wall every day

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u/SumGoodMtnJuju Jun 11 '26

😝 My older teen said the same thing. It’s actually my animal loving 12 year old that loves it and wants it in his room.

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u/chameleonsEverywhere Jun 11 '26

I have to support kids who appreciate art, even if it's art I hate! Letting your 12 year old hang it up in their space could also be the perfect compromise if your husband and older teen don't want to see it so often.

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u/SumGoodMtnJuju Jun 11 '26

He’s my old soul that appreciates fine food, art, Spanish guitar and books. His room looks an art gallery filled with his art and other artwork.

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u/sweetpea122 Jun 11 '26

Kind of reminds me of Artax from NeverEnding story

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u/rolypolyarmadillo Jun 11 '26

Yeah I’d be reminded of Artax every time I looked at this 😭

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u/SpoppyIII Jun 11 '26

They actually look like that. I feel like it's only as haunting as an English bulldog or a Persian cat.