Horses Coming Out of the Sea
1860 The Phillips Collection
About this artwork
This painting by Eugène Delacroix depicts two spirited horses, one ridden by a turbaned figure, emerging dramatically from the frothy sea onto a sandy shore. The dynamic composition and vibrant colors are characteristic of the Romantic movement.
Did you know?
Eugène Delacroix was captivated by the vibrant cultures and landscapes he encountered during his trip to North Africa in 1832, which profoundly influenced his art. This fascination with exotic themes, particularly spirited horses and their riders, became a hallmark of his "Orientalist" works. He often portrayed animals with an almost human emotional intensity, transforming a simple scene of horses bathing into a powerful, evocative moment.
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Horses Coming Out of the Sea
Eugène Delacroix, 1860
