The Start
1701
oil
From the collection of National Galleries Scotland
1701
oil
From the collection of National Galleries Scotland
This painting depicts a lively scene of horses and riders in a landscape. The main focus is on a group of horses, with one rider standing out, dressed in a hat and coat, holding a whip. The horses are shown in various poses, some standing, others moving, set against a backdrop of trees and a cloudy sky. The artist's use of color and light adds depth to the scene, with the horses and riders standing out against the softer tones of the landscape. The overall effect is one of energy and movement, capturing a moment in time. For more on the use of light and shadow to create depth and drama, look into the technique of chiaroscuro.
