Draught Horse 1850 - 1920

"Draught Horse" is a bronze sculpture by Edgar Degas, created between 1850 and 1920. The sculpture depicts a horse in motion, capturing the animal's powerful stride and muscular form. This small-scale work, currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, demonstrates Degas's interest in capturing movement and the essence of his subjects, a hallmark of his artistic style. This sculpture is a testament to Degas's enduring fascination with the horse, a recurring motif in his work.