Man on Horseback, and Study of Horse’s Head c. 19th century

This quick sketch by Théodore Géricault, created in the 19th century, demonstrates the artist's keen eye for detail and anatomical accuracy. The composition features a study of a horse's head and a figure on horseback. Géricault was known for his dynamic representations of horses, as seen in the lifelike depiction of the horse's musculature and movement. The quick, gestural strokes of the pencil convey a sense of energy and spontaneity, typical of Géricault's preliminary sketches. This drawing serves as a testament to the artist's meticulous observation and his mastery of the human form.