Racehorses
- Artist
- Edgar Degas
- Date
- c.1895 - c.1900
- Style
- Impressionism
- Genre
- Genre painting
- Location
- National Gallery of Canada
"Racehorses" is a vibrant painting by Edgar Degas, a renowned French Impressionist artist known for his mastery of Pastel and oil mediums. This work exemplifies his interest in genre painting, capturing the dynamic energy and motion of racehorses on the track. Degas's keen sense of movement and detailed observation reflect the ethos of Impressionism, emphasizing fleeting moments and the effects of light. The painting not only celebrates equestrian sport but also demonstrates Degas's innovative approach to capturing everyday scenes with immediacy and vibrancy.
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