Artwork
Horses Running
Horses Running is an ink print by the Baroque artist Edouard Eckman. It dates from 1621 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Horses Running is a woodcut print created by Edouard Eckman in 1621, executed on laid paper.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts four horses in full gallop, their heads raised and tails streaming, conveying a sense of dynamic energy. The blank background emphasizes the horses' tense muscles and movement.
Technique & Style
Eckman employed the woodcut technique, carving lines into wood with a sharp tool, then transferring the design to paper via ink. This process yields crisp lines and bold shapes, characteristic of the medium.
History & Provenance
Horses Running is among the few surviving prints by Eckman. The National Gallery of Art, Washington, holds a copy of this work.
Artist & collection
