Artwork
At the Riding School
At the Riding School is a photography by Unknown. It dates from 1918 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.
About this work
Overview
At the Riding School, created around 1918 by the artist identified as 1096_person, is part of the collection of the Museum of Ethnography. The work presents a scene of three equestrians moving in a loose line, captured in a photographic medium that emphasizes texture and motion.
Subject & Meaning
The image depicts three riders on dark horses, each animal bearing occasional white markings. The riders are dressed in dark coats and hats that merge with the surrounding tones, focusing attention on the dynamic relationship between horse and rider as they advance through the riding school.
Technique & Style
Although a photograph, the work employs a visual language reminiscent of impasto painting: thick, visible brush‑like strokes create a textured surface, while the lighting isolates the figures against a softened, blurred background, enhancing the sense of movement.
History & Provenance
Produced circa 1918, the piece entered the Museum of Ethnography’s holdings at an unspecified date. Its attribution to 1096_person remains the primary identifier for the creator, with no further documented changes in ownership.
Context
The composition reflects early twentieth‑century interest in equestrian subjects and the visual exploration of motion. The setting—a riding school—suggests a formal training environment, aligning with contemporary depictions of disciplined physical activity.
Artist & collection
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The Nymph of Fontainebleau
Portrait of a Woman
Madonna and Child with Saints in the Enclosed Garden
Venus and Minerva
Family Group of Four on Sofa
Wall painting from Room H of the Villa of P. Fannius Synistor at Boscoreale
