Wild Horses Fighting c. 1820

"Wild Horses Fighting" is a dynamic etching by the French artist Carle Vernet, executed around 1820. The work captures the raw energy of two horses locked in a fierce struggle, their powerful bodies and expressive manes rendered with great detail. The dramatic composition and expressive lines create a sense of immediacy and urgency, highlighting Vernet's skill in depicting animal anatomy and movement. The etching is currently housed at The Art Institute of Chicago and exemplifies Vernet's fascination with the natural world and his mastery of the etching technique.