Horse 1624 - 1663

Francesco Allegrini’s “Horse” (1624 - 1663), a pen and brown ink drawing on paper, shows a horse in a rearing pose, viewed from the back. The artist's detailed portrayal of the animal's musculature and movement is characteristic of his Baroque style. This study, now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection in New York, highlights Allegrini's talent for capturing the dynamic energy of his subject matter.