Artwork
Horses
Horses is an oil painting by the Impressionist artist Fernando Fader. It dates from 1904 and is held in the collection of the National Museum of Fine Arts, Argentina.
About this work
Overview
Fernando Fader’s 1904 oil painting titled *Horses* presents a quiet rural scene centered on two equine figures. A rider in a white shirt sits calmly on a brown horse, while a second, white horse stands nearby. The backdrop consists of a muted brown landscape punctuated by a solitary tree, giving the composition a balanced, open feel.
Subject & Meaning
The work emphasizes the relationship between man and animal, portraying the rider in a relaxed posture with his arm resting on the horse’s back. This tranquil interaction suggests a harmonious coexistence, while the stillness of the standing horse reinforces the theme of quiet observation within a natural setting.
Technique & Style
Executed in oil, the painting displays Fader’s characteristic chiaroscuro, employing pronounced contrasts of light and shadow to model form. The textured brushwork creates a subtle three‑dimensional effect, especially on the horses’ bodies, enhancing their volume against the flat, earthy background.
History & Provenance
Created in 1904, *Horses* entered the collection of the National Museum of Fine Arts in Buenos Aires, where it remains on display. The painting reflects an early period in Fader’s career, marking his engagement with Argentine rural subjects before his later explorations of urban life.
Artist & collection
Museum
National Museum of Fine Arts, Argentina
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