The artwork titled “The Celebrating Pacing Mare Pacahontas” was created by the artist Currier and Ives. Belonging to the Romanticism art movement, it is part of the genre painting category and is included in the “Horse Racing” series.
The artwork vividly depicts a dynamic scene of horse racing, focusing on a mare named Pacahontas who is in mid-stride, exuding energy and grace. The mare is paired with a rider, attired in period-appropriate clothing, commanding a lightweight racing cart. The effortless motion of the mare captures the essence of speed and power, while the gentle countryside background complements the intense action in the foreground. The artist’s meticulous attention to detail in portraying the musculature of the horse and the intricacies of the cart wheels emphasizes the Romanticism era’s focus on emotion and nature.