Herdsman on Horseback (Buttero a cavallo)
1885
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
About the artist
1885
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Herdsman on Horseback (Buttero a cavallo) is a 1885 ink by Giovanni Fattori, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
The painting depicts a herdsman on horseback, riding away from the viewer. The herdsman wears a hat and a long coat, and holds a whip in his right hand. The horse is shown in motion, with its legs extended and its head lowered. The background of the painting is a blurred landscape, with trees and hills visible in the distance. The painting is done in a realistic style, with attention to detail and texture. The brushstrokes are bold and expressive, giving the painting a sense of energy and movement. The colors are muted, with shades of brown and green dominating the palette. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this piece, you might want to look up Fattori, Giovanni.
