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Studies of a Pony

William Strutt

1870

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paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Romanticism Late 19th Century Animal

Dominant colour

Studies of a Pony is a 1870 graphite by William Strutt, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: William Strutt
When & what style?: 1870 · Romanticism
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This sketch shows a young horse drawn in quick, loose lines. The artist focused on the animal’s body shape and muscle, leaving the background blank. The pencil strokes are light but confident, capturing the pony’s movement and form. The drawing looks like a practice piece—maybe the artist was studying how horses move. The lines are simple but full of energy, showing the animal’s weight and posture clearly. Next, check out Strutt, William to see more of his animal sketches.

About the artist

Artist

William Strutt

William Strutt (3 July 1825 – 3 January 1915) was an English artist. Strutt was born in Teignmouth, Devon, England, and came from a family of artists. His grandfather, Joseph Strutt, was a well-known author and artist,…

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