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Sketchbook, page 66: Study of a Horse

Ernest Meissonier

Cleveland Museum of Art

The image shows a sketch of a horse's legs. The sketch is drawn in pencil on aged paper with a light grey background and darker grey shading. The horse's legs are drawn in profile, with the front left leg and back right leg visible. The legs are drawn from the knee down, with the hooves pointing downwards. The leg on the left is more detailed, showing the muscles and tendons. The leg on the right is less detailed, with only the outline drawn. There are some faint lines and smudges around the legs, suggesting that the artist was experimenting with different poses or movements. At the bottom of the page, there is a small sketch of what appears to be a hoof. The overall effect of the sketch is one of dynamic movement and energy, capturing the power and elegance of the horse.

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