Anabasis 1957

"Anabasis" is a 1957 print by American artist Benton Spruance. The print, which is done in shades of grey and yellow, depicts a group of figures on horseback, with one figure walking alongside. The composition is somewhat abstract, with the figures and horses appearing as stylized shapes. The scene appears to take place in a landscape, though it is unclear whether the figures are riding towards or away from the viewer. The image of the moon shining in the night sky creates a mysterious and dreamlike atmosphere. Spruance was known for his bold and expressive use of line and color, and his work often explored themes of mythology, history, and the human condition.