Two Boxers Sparring 1818

Théodore Géricault's "Two Boxers Sparring" is a pencil drawing from 1818, now housed at The Art Institute of Chicago. The sketch captures the dynamic energy of two boxers mid-fight. Géricault, known for his dramatic depictions of human figures, uses simple lines to convey the powerful muscles and strained expressions of the athletes. This work exemplifies Géricault's interest in capturing human anatomy and movement, characteristics that would later define his iconic masterpiece, "The Raft of the Medusa."