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Studies of a Pony

William Strutt

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a horse. It depicts a horse standing in profile with its head slightly lowered and turned towards the viewer. The artist used pencil to create shading and cross-hatching to show texture and volume, emphasizing the muscle structure and form of the animal. The lines highlight the mane, markings, and contours of the horse's body. The focus is on the front half of the horse, with the hindquarters loosely sketched. The drawing captures the natural grace of the horse.

Artwork Details

Medium
graphite on wove paper
Dimensions
4778 × 2963 px
Public Domain
Yes
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