Cheval de charrette sorti des Limons

Executed as a lithograph, the image employs the direct drawing method on a limestone plate, allowing Géricault to render vigorous lines and tonal contrasts characteristic of early 19th‑century printmaking. The rough, almost sketch‑like quality of the figures and the stark rendering of the horse’s motion convey a sense of immediacy and realism, aligning with the period’s interest in dynamic, unidealized subjects.

The print was produced during Géricault’s brief but intensive engagement with lithography, a medium he explored alongside his more celebrated canvases. While specific ownership records are limited, the work has been cited in catalogues of Géricault’s prints and appears in collections that focus on Romantic-era graphic art.