Cuirassier retenant son cheval qui se cabre

in or after 1816

Carle Vernet

Associated Names
Carle Vernet

Artist, French, 1758 - 1836

This is a drawing of a soldier holding the reins of a rearing horse. The image depicts a historical or military scene with a soldier dressed in a uniform, complete with a plumed helmet and cape, as he controls a spirited horse that is rearing up. The horse has its tack and saddle decorated in a classic manner. The background shows other soldiers and horses, emphasizing the military theme. The drawing's monochromatic palette highlights shading and line work to convey texture and movement.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    lithograph on wove paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Ruth Benedict

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 25 x 32 cm (9 13/16 x 12 5/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1985.45.7

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Beraldi, no. 394

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1885

  • Beraldi, Henri. Les graveurs du XIXe siecle, guide de l'amateur d'estampes modernes. 12 vols. Paris, 1885-1892: Henri. Les graveurs du XIXe siecle, guide de l'amateur d'estampes modernes. 12 vols. Paris: Librairie L. Conquet, 1885-1892.

1925

  • Dayot, Armand. Carle Vernet, e´tude sur l’artiste.... Paris, 1925: 168e.

Inscriptions

lower left in plate: carle Vernet

Wikidata ID

Q74067500

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