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Marengo

James Ward

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a horse standing on a piece of land with a body of water and a distant horizon. The scene captures a muscular, elegant horse at rest on a textured, grassy bank, with its mane and tail flowing softly. The landscape extends into a calm body of water beneath a vast, cloudy sky. The chiaroscuro contrasts and fine cross-hatching techniques highlight the details of the horse's anatomy and the serene atmosphere of the landscape. The drawing emphasizes the harmony between the horse and its surroundings.

Artwork Details

Date
1824
Medium
lithograph on chine applique
Dimensions
4449 × 3510 px
Public Domain
Yes
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