Horse Trotting, the Feet Not Touching the Ground c. 1870s

Edgar Degas's "Horse Trotting, the Feet Not Touching the Ground" is a bronze sculpture from the 1870s. Degas is known for his sculptures of horses in motion, which he studied intensely at racetracks. This particular piece captures the energy and grace of a horse in mid-trot, with its legs suspended in the air. The sculpture's realistic depiction of the animal's anatomy and musculature is characteristic of Degas's work, and the piece's small scale makes it a perfect example of his fascination with the fleeting moments of motion.