Rearing Horse 1817

Edwin Henry Landseer's "Rearing Horse" from 1817 is a watercolor painting depicting a horse in a dramatic pose, its hind legs raised as if in a moment of sudden action. The animal is depicted in a landscape setting, with a cloudy sky and a distant horizon. The painting demonstrates Landseer's skill in capturing animal anatomy and movement, highlighting the horse's muscularity and power. It is a testament to his early artistic talent, foreshadowing his later success as a renowned painter of animals. The work, now part of The Art Institute of Chicago's collection, showcases the artist's fascination with equine subjects and his ability to portray them with realism and emotional depth.