Death on the Pale Horse
1798
oil
canvas
From the collection of Detroit Institute of Arts
About the artist
1798
oil
canvas
From the collection of Detroit Institute of Arts
Death on the Pale Horse is a 1798 oil by Benjamin West, held at Detroit Institute of Arts.
This painting depicts a chaotic scene with a white horse at its center, surrounded by various figures in different states of distress. The horse appears to be rearing up, with its rider holding a bow and arrow. The background is dark and ominous, with clouds and flames visible. In the foreground, several figures are shown in various states of agony, with some appearing to be dead or dying. The overall mood of the painting is one of turmoil and destruction. The use of chiaroscuro in this painting creates a sense of drama and tension, drawing the viewer's eye to the central figure of the horse and its rider.
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