The Riders
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The Riders
c. 1885
Edgar Degas (French, 1834–1917)
In The Riders, Edgar Degas captures a moment of poised anticipation as horsemen prepare to enter the racecourse. The artist’s interest in equestrian subjects reflects both his fascination with modern leisure and his pursuit of movement as an artistic challenge. Through dynamic composition, cropped perspective, and soft yet energetic brushwork, Degas conveys the tension between stillness and motion. Influenced by photography and Japanese prints, he transforms this everyday scene into a study of balance, rhythm, and the fleeting nature of modern experience—central themes throughout his mature work.
*Courtesy of the National Gallery of Art
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