Artwork
Preparing to Start
Preparing to Start is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Thomas Rowlandson. It dates from 1811 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
The hand-colored etching 'Preparing to Start' is a work by Thomas Rowlandson, created around 1811. It is a print that showcases the artist's skill in capturing a lively scene.
Subject & Meaning
The etching depicts a horse racing scene, with a crowd gathered around the track, dressed in colorful attire. The image conveys a sense of energy and excitement, capturing the dynamic atmosphere of the event.
Technique & Style
Rowlandson's use of bright colors and detailed composition highlights his technical skill. The work blends caricature with social commentary, characteristic of his style as a leading English caricaturist of the Georgian Era.
Artist & collection
Artist
Thomas Rowlandson (; 13 July 1757 – 21 April 1827) was an English artist and caricaturist of the Georgian Era, noted for his political satire and social observation.
