The Hind Legs of a Horse
Charles Le Brun wasn't just painting pretty portraits for Louis XIV; he was deeply obsessed with animal anatomy and expression. This sketch focuses entirely on the powerful haunches and legs of a horse, capturing the tension of the muscles as if the animal is mid-stride or rearing up. Le Brun actually conducted dissections and studied horses extensively to understand their mechanics, believing that mastering animal movement was crucial for any great artist. It's a raw, behind-the-scenes look at how a Baroque master built his grand compositions from the hooves up, using red chalk to map out every sinew.
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- Red chalk
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- Paper
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