Artwork
The Herald of Murcia and Other Studies (recto)
The Herald of Murcia and Other Studies (recto) is an ink drawing by the Impressionist artist Jean-Louis-Ernest Meissonier. It dates from 1860 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
This pen and brown ink drawing on wove paper, dated circa 1860, features a horse depicted from multiple angles alongside other compositional studies.
Subject & Meaning
The primary subject is a horse, rendered in various poses, indicating the artist's focus on anatomical study and form exploration.
Technique & Style
Executed in pen and brown ink, the work showcases meticulous line work and detailed observation characteristic of the artist's approach to capturing reality.
History & Provenance
Created by Jean-Louis-Ernest Meissonier around 1860, specific provenance details are not provided in the available information.
Context
This drawing reflects 19th-century artistic practices where detailed studies of subjects, like horses, were crucial for historical and genre painting accuracy.
Legacy
As a study piece, it offers insight into Meissonier's creative process, contributing to the understanding of his artistic methodology and attention to detail.
Artist & collection
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Armored Figure on Horseback (recto)
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Sheet of Sketches
Joan of Arc
Donkey Stretching a Hind Leg
Study of Four Horsemen
A turbaned figure holding a horse
Arab Horseman at the Gallop
Charioteers (recto and verso)