Who painted Officers and Horses at Rest?

Officers and Horses at Rest was painted by Winslow Homer in 1864.

Where can I see Officers and Horses at Rest?

Officers and Horses at Rest is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Officers and Horses at Rest?

Officers and Horses at Rest is associated with Impressionism.

Artwork

Officers and Horses at Rest

Winslow Homer , 1864

Officers and Horses at Rest is a graphite drawing by the Impressionist artist Winslow Homer. It dates from 1864 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Officers and Horses at Rest is a graphite drawing on wove paper created by Winslow Homer in 1864.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts two groups of soldiers with horses, one walking and leading their animals, the other standing still, with some soldiers leaning on or holding their horses. The scene conveys a sense of weariness, reflected in the horses' tired appearance and the soldiers' relaxed postures.

Technique & Style

Executed in loose, quick lines, the drawing has a spontaneous, sketch-like quality. The graphite marks are soft and sometimes smudged, giving the image a subtle, nuanced texture that complements the light brown tone of the paper.