At the Riding School

At the Riding School

Unknown

1918

From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst

About this work

This photo shows three people riding horses in a loose line. The horses are dark, almost black, with some white markings. The riders wear dark coats and hats, blending into the background. The brushstrokes are thick and visible, giving the scene a rough, textured look. The painting feels alive with movement, even though it’s a photo. The way the light hits the horses and riders makes them stand out against the blurry background. Check out *impasto* to see how thick paint creates texture like this.

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