Artwork
Galloping Outlaw
Galloping Outlaw is an oil painting by Károly Lotz. It dates from 1857 and is held in the collection of the Hungarian National Gallery.
About this work
Overview
Created in 1857, Galloping Outlaw is an oil on canvas by Hungarian painter Károly Lotz. The work is part of the collection of the Hungarian National Gallery, where it is displayed among the museum’s 19th‑century holdings.
Subject & Meaning
The composition shows a rider charging forward on a brown horse, the animal’s forelegs lifted as it sprints. The rider, clad in a white shirt and dark vest, grips a whip, his face set in a concentrated, urgent expression that conveys a moment of high tension and swift motion.
Technique & Style
Lotz employs strong chiaroscuro, contrasting illuminated areas on the figures with darker surroundings to emphasize the central action. The horse’s mane, tail, and legs are rendered with blurred brushwork, suggesting speed, while the background—sparse grasses and a cloud‑filled sky—remains subdued.
History & Provenance
Since its completion, the painting has remained in Hungary, eventually entering the national collection. It is currently housed in the Hungarian National Gallery, where it has been exhibited as part of the institution’s representation of mid‑19th‑century Hungarian art.
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