horses in the woods raoul dufy

horses in the woods raoul dufyThis work is one of many equestrian scenes painted by Raoul Dufy, who was particularly fond of depicting horses at liberty or at rest. The composition shows a group of horses gathered in a clearing, under a canopy of dense, colourful foliage. The bodies are sketched with light lines, sometimes simply suggested. The warm tones of the dresses brown, russet and beige contrast with the greens, blues and purples of the dcor. The vegetation is painted in

Matisse depicts an urban landscape where red and orange roofs stand out vividly against an intense blue sky

but it is imbued with a poignant atmosphere that prompts the viewer to reflect on the human condition in modern times

The representation of lionesses is not common

The background is adorned with textured gold leaves

rigid lines and geometric shapes dominate the composition

a pioneer of abstract art

The coarse texture of the canvas

while emphasising the beauty and peacefulness of this idyllic place

adding to the visual impact of the work

shimmering shades

under a canopy of dense

the hill and the rooftops of the town