Untitled

Untitled

Chris Finley

2001

charcoal

From the collection of Museum of Modern Art

About this work

The painting depicts a horse with a rider, rendered in charcoal on paper. The horse is shown in profile, facing left, while the rider sits atop, facing forward. The rider's head is obscured by a large, irregularly shaped object that appears to be made of stone or rock. The rider's attire includes a long-sleeved shirt, pants, and boots, with a rope or lasso draped over the horse's neck. The horse's saddle and bridle are also visible. The background of the painting is a plain, off-white color. The level of detail and realism in the painting is impressive, with the artist's use of charcoal creating a sense of depth and texture. If you're interested in learning more about this style of artwork, you might want to explore the work of artist Chris Finley.

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