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The Brighton Coach

Constantin Guys

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a horse-drawn carriage with multiple figures seated atop it and additional horses in the background. The scene depicts a busy moment with the active pulling of horses and the presence of numerous hats worn by the figures. The artist used pen and ink strokes, possibly enhanced with watercolor, to illustrate movement and the ambiance of travel. The background is lightly hinted at by sporadic lines. The overall impression evokes a dynamic scene from a past era with a focus on the motion and energy of the depicted subjects.

Artwork Details

Medium
pen and brown ink with blue and green wash on wove paper
Dimensions
4334 × 3181 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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