Artwork
Soldier on a Horse
Soldier on a Horse is an oil painting by Mikhail Larionov. It dates from 1911 and is held in the collection of the Tate.
About this work
Overview
Soldier on a Horse is a 1911 oil painting by Mikhail Larionov, held at the Tate Britain.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a soldier on a white horse with black spots, set against a dark blue background. The soldier's serious expression and the horse's mid-gallop pose convey a sense of action and tension.
Technique & Style
Larionov's use of bold colors, such as the soldier's red hat and pants, and dynamic composition creates a sense of energy and movement. The contrast between the white horse and dark blue background adds to the painting's visual impact.
Artist & collection
Artist
Mikhail Fyodorovich Larionov was a Russian avant-garde painter who worked with radical exhibitors and pioneered the first approach to abstract Russian art.
