Clown, Horse, Salamandra 1912

"Clown, Horse, Salamandra" (1912) by Portuguese artist Amadeo de Souza-Cardoso, depicts a horse in an abstract style. The horse is painted in a bright orange and white with green circular designs. It stands with a playful yet slightly menacing pose, its limbs seemingly contorted, which reflects the artistic trends of the time, particularly the rise of Cubism and Expressionism. This painting demonstrates Souza-Cardoso's distinctive approach to depicting animal forms with bold colors and dynamic lines. The use of simplified shapes and geometric patterns contributes to the artwork's unique artistic language.