Running Horses

Robert Goodnough, a prominent figure in Abstract expressionism, created Running Horses with dynamic brushwork and energetic composition characteristic of the movement. The artwork bridges abstraction and representation, embodying a Figurative approach that captures the essence suggested by its title. The painting’s style emphasizes movement and emotional intensity through bold, sweeping strokes and layered textures, reflecting Goodnough’s mastery of color and form. Running Horses exemplifies his ability to translate natural motifs into an abstract visual language, merging spontaneity with deliberate structure within the mid-20th-century modern art genre.