Who painted Bareback Rider?

Bareback Rider was painted by Maurice Prendergast in 1895.

Where can I see Bareback Rider?

Bareback Rider is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Bareback Rider?

Bareback Rider is associated with Impressionism.

Artwork

Bareback Rider

Maurice Prendergast , 1895

Bareback Rider is a print by the Impressionist artist Maurice Prendergast. It dates from 1895 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.: 1954.362
Credit line: Dudley P. Allen Fund

About this work

Overview

Bareback Rider is a monotype created by Maurice Prendergast around 1895. It is a representative work of the artist's experimentation with various mediums and techniques.

Subject & Meaning

The monotype depicts a woman riding a white horse bareback, surrounded by a loose crowd of people and various objects. The scene is characterized by a sense of liveliness and informality, with the rider dressed in a pink dress and a large bow in her hair.

Technique & Style

The work is executed in a spontaneous and expressive manner, with rough, quick brushstrokes and bright, unblended colors. This technique gives the scene a sketchy, energetic appearance, reflecting Prendergast's association with Post-Impressionism.

History & Provenance

Bareback Rider is part of the collection at The Cleveland Museum of Art. Prendergast, a Newfoundland-born American artist, was active in the late 19th and early 20th centuries and was a member of The Eight.

Artist & collection

Artist

Maurice Prendergast

Maurice Brazil Prendergast (October 10, 1858 – February 1, 1924) was a Newfoundlander-American artist who painted in oil and watercolor, and created monotypes.