Trumpeter of the Hussars
1817
oil
From the collection of Clark Art Institute
1817
oil
From the collection of Clark Art Institute
This painting depicts a soldier on horseback, dressed in a red hat with a white plume, a blue jacket, and a red sash. The horse is white, and the background is a cloudy sky. The soldier is holding the reins of the horse with his left hand, and his right hand is resting on his hip. The horse is standing on a rocky terrain, and the overall atmosphere of the painting is one of calmness and serenity. The painting's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and dimensionality, drawing the viewer's eye to the soldier and his horse. To learn more about the artist behind this piece, explore the work of Théodore Géricault.
