This is a drawing of a lone mounted figure on horseback moving through a rugged, natural landscape. The image is rendered in a dark, monochromatic palette, emphasizing intricate details through careful linework. The figure sits astride a horse, which is moving forward through dense grasses or reeds. The background is textured with scratch or etched lines, embellished with horizontal clouds in a somber sky. The foreground comprises of dark elements that lend depth to the natural setting. The overall tone of the piece is a mix of mystery and solitude, achieved through the play of light and shadow.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1888/1890
- Medium
- etching on brown paper (artist's proof)
- Dimensions
- 2823 × 4008 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original