Negro boy on a bay horse 

This painting by Thomas Eakins depicts a young Black man riding a bay horse in a field. The scene is rendered in a quick, gestural style, characteristic of Eakins' later works, with a focus on capturing the movement of the figures. The use of loose brushstrokes and vibrant colors creates a sense of energy and immediacy. Eakins' interest in depicting the everyday lives of ordinary people is evident in this work, which captures a moment of quietude and contemplation.