Horse and Rider 1887 - 1890

Edgar Degas' "Horse and Rider" is a charcoal drawing depicting a jockey on horseback. The artwork exemplifies Degas' interest in capturing movement and the fleeting moments of action, characteristic of his Impressionist style. The jockey's posture and the horse's stride are rendered with loose, expressive strokes, lending an almost dynamic quality to the scene. The minimal background and the simplified forms further emphasize the subject and its movement. This quick study, dating from 1887-1890, is a testament to Degas's mastery of capturing the essence of his subjects through quick sketches.