Apollo and His Horses n.d.

“Apollo and His Horses” is a drawing created by French artist François Verdier, who was active in the late 17th and early 18th centuries. This drawing, now housed at the Art Institute of Chicago, captures a dynamic moment of movement and power as Apollo, the Greek god of the sun, music, and poetry, guides his celestial steeds. The drawing features detailed depictions of the horses, with their flowing manes and powerful musculature, and a strong emphasis on the figure of Apollo. This small-scale piece, measuring only 210 x 273 mm, speaks to the artist’s keen observation of the natural world and his ability to translate that into captivating figurative art.