Man with Lance Riding through the Snow
1880
oil
From the collection of Art Institute of Chicago
1880
oil
From the collection of Art Institute of Chicago
A hunched figure on horseback holds a thin shaft as he makes his way through windy, snowy weather. The artist used quick brushstrokes to suggest the movement of the wind and snow. This creates a sense of energy and tension in the scene. Check out the technique of impasto to learn more about how artists like Adolphe Schreyer build up layers of paint.
