Who painted Man on a Horse [verso]?

Man on a Horse [verso] was painted by Jean Honoré Fragonard in 1769.

Where can I see Man on a Horse [verso]?

Man on a Horse [verso] is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Man on a Horse [verso]?

Man on a Horse [verso] is associated with Baroque.

Artwork

Man on a Horse [verso]

Jean Honoré Fragonard , 1769

Man on a Horse [verso] is a chalk drawing by the Baroque artist Jean Honoré Fragonard. It dates from 1769 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Man on a Horse [verso] is a drawing by Jean Honoré Fragonard, created in 1769 using black chalk on laid paper.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a rider on horseback, captured in a moment of dynamic movement. The simplicity of the rider's face and the blurred legs of the horse convey a sense of energy and action.

Technique & Style

Fragonard's loose and rapid lines give the drawing a spontaneous, gestural quality. The lack of detailed rendering emphasizes the movement and fluidity of the scene, suggesting a quick study or sketch.