The artwork “Galloping Stallion” by Xu Beihong, created in 1937, belongs to the Expressionism art movement and utilizes the traditional ink and wash painting style. It is categorized under the genre of animal painting. The artwork vividly portrays a dynamic and powerful stallion in full gallop, captured in mid-motion. The use of bold, fluid brushstrokes conveys a sense of speed and energy, animating the horse’s form against the muted backdrop. The brushwork is both expressive and meticulous, highlighting the anatomical accuracy and spirited essence of the stallion. This creation stands as a quintessential example of Xu Beihong’s mastery in combining traditional Chinese artistic techniques with expressive, modernist sensibilities.
