Jument Egyptienne 1822

"Jument Egyptienne" (1822) is a lithograph by Théodore Géricault, a prominent French Romantic artist. The work showcases Géricault's interest in both the animal world and exotic cultures, as seen in the depiction of an Egyptian mare. This lithograph, now part of the Minneapolis Institute of Art's collection, exemplifies Géricault's meticulous attention to detail, capturing the horse's anatomy and its surroundings with accuracy. The scene features a man holding the mare's reins while another sits nearby, creating a sense of tranquility and a captivating contrast between the horse's power and the human figures' stillness.