Sheet of Sketches

c. 1881

Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec

Associated Names
Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec

Artist, French, 1864 - 1901

The image shows a person riding a horse, leaping over a fence with dogs and buildings in the background. The horse is in mid-leap, with the rider maintaining a steady posture. Two buildings with distinct architectural elements are shown in the background, suggesting an outdoor setting near a residential area. Two dogs are also depicted in the scene, reacting to the movement of the horse. The drawing is done in a loose and expressive style, emphasizing motion over details.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    graphite

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    overall: 19.7 x 29.8 cm (7 3/4 x 11 3/4 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1954.12.146


Artwork history & notes

Exhibition History

1966

  • Österreichisches Museum für Angewandte Kunst, Vienna, Austria, 1966.

Bibliography

1971

  • Dortu 1971, 2.238-2.239.

Wikidata ID

Q64573652

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