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Horse and Rider

Edgar Degas

National Gallery of Art

The image is a sketch of a person sitting on a horse. The person is in a seated position atop the horse, with their upper body leaning slightly forward and legs straddling the animal. The person's facial features are not discernible, and their hair is minimally outlined. The person's clothing is depicted with simple outlines, without specific details. There are no objects or jewelry visible on the person. The horse is detailed, with defined muscles, head, and legs. The background has no distinct scenery, indicating a blank space.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1878
Medium
oiled black chalk on cream laid paper
Dimensions
3422 × 4861 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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