Western Horseman 1917

"Western Horseman" (1917) by Carlo Carra is a quintessential example of Futurism, an early 20th-century Italian art movement. The painting depicts a jockey and horse in a dynamic, fragmented style, reflecting the speed and dynamism of modern life. Carra's use of geometric shapes and bold colors, inspired by Cubism, creates a sense of movement and energy, capturing the essence of the sport of horse racing. This painting, created during the height of Futurism, showcases the movement's fascination with technology, speed, and the modern world.