The First Trot of The Season (1870) by Currier and Ives

The First Trot of The Season - Currier and Ives - 1870

Artwork Information

TitleThe First Trot of The Season
ArtistCurrier and Ives
Date1870
Art MovementRomanticism

About The First Trot of The Season

“The First Trot of The Season,” created by Currier and Ives in 1870, is an artwork representing the Romanticism art movement and belongs to the genre painting category within the Horse Racing series. The detailed work encapsulates a dynamic scene of horse racing, capturing both the exhilaration of the race and the spectator’s engagement with the event.

The artwork portrays a lively depiction of a horse trotting race, highlighting the harness racing scene. In the foreground, multiple jockeys are seen driving their sulkies, each being pulled by a trotting horse. The drivers and horses are depicted mid-race, with some horses shown in motion while others appear poised and disciplined. In the background, spectators, dressed in a variety of 19th-century attire, observe keenly, adding to the vibrant atmosphere of the scene. The inclusion of a viewing stand and the naturalistic landscape further enhances the setting, providing a rich context for the racing event. The overall composition and the attention to detail in the portrayal of both human and equine figures underscore the artistic finesse of Currier and Ives, effectively capturing the spirit and excitement of this seasonal sporting event.

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