Impressionist Watercolor Study of Two Galloping Horses. Unknown Artist. Start 20th Century Unsigned.

Impressionist watercolor study of two galloping horses. Unknown artist. Start 20th Century Unsigned.

A lively and energetic study in watercolor, of two horses in full gallop with impressive security and movement. The brown horse dominates the picture plane with a warm, golden color range, while the grey horse presses from behind, both with manner and flowing manes in speed.

The loose, confident brushstrokes reveal an experienced hand with deep knowledge of the horse's anatomy and movement. The background is treated in broad, impressionist washes of yellow and green, creating a sense of open land and sunlight without overpowering the motif.

The work bears the mark of being an impressionist study, spontaneous and immediate, and precisely for that reason, it exudes an authenticity and vitality that is often lost in more finished compositions. Helvig Kinch has been debated, but we do not think the similarities match completely, so we can attribute this to an Unknown artist, likely European, approx. early-mid 20th century.

Framed with a black lacquered wood frame.

Measurements approx. : frame: approx. 20x26 cm. Condition: see pictures.

NOTE! Brass staffeli not included in the price.