1811
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Preparing to Start is a 1811 ink by Thomas Rowlandson, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This painting, titled "Preparing to Start," depicts a lively scene of horse racing. In the foreground, a crowd of people in colorful attire gather around a horse track, with some standing and others riding horses. A small wooden tower with a red roof stands on the left side of the image, while a large tent and a building are visible in the background. The sky above is a soft blue with white clouds. The artist's use of bright colors and dynamic composition creates a sense of energy and excitement, drawing the viewer's attention to the central action of the horse race. The level of detail in the painting suggests a high level of skill and craftsmanship. For more information on the artist's technique, explore the world of etching, a process that involves using acid to create intricate designs on metal plates.
Thomas Rowlandson (; 13 July 1757 – 21 April 1827) was an English artist and caricaturist of the Georgian Era, noted for his political satire and social observation.
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