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Study for "Surprise" (Battle of the Tigers)

François-Nicolas Chifflart

National Gallery of Art

The image shows swirling lines and shapes creating an abstract composition. Some outlines suggest forms of horses and human figures in a dynamic scene reminiscent of a battle or chase. The interwoven figures give an impression of movement and energy, some shapes resembling horse bodies and riders. The abstract artwork invites the viewer to explore the forms amidst the tangle of lines.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1865
Medium
graphite on blue-gray paper
Dimensions
4507 × 3393 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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