A Mounted Cavalry Officer Seen from Behind

About this work

This painting shows a soldier on horseback, seen from behind. He wears a tall black hat with a white plume, a dark uniform with red trim, and carries a long rifle slung over his shoulder. The horse’s reins are held loosely, and the background is just a plain orange-brown color. The artist used quick, loose brushstrokes—especially on the horse’s legs and the soldier’s sleeve—to make the scene feel alive. The brown paper background looks rough, almost like a sketch. Next, check out Adam, Franz to see more of his work.