The artwork titled “Two Horses by a Lake,” created by Giorgio de Chirico around 1950 in Rome, Italy, belongs to the Neo-baroque art movement. Executed with oil on canvas, this landscape piece measures 49.5 by 60 cm and is currently held in a private collection.
The artwork depicts two horses standing by a serene lake, set against a backdrop that hints at classical ruins and natural formations. The imposing presence of the horses, with their flowing manes and detailed musculature, contrasts with the tranquil water and sky, which are rendered in calm, muted tones. The foreground showcases the sturdiness of the horses’ legs and the subtle undulation of their tails, conveying a sense of both strength and grace. The architectural ruin in the background adds an element of historical grandeur, while the natural landscape merges seamlessly, creating a harmonious blend of human and natural elements. This synthesis of classical references and dreamlike quality is characteristic of de Chirico’s later work, reflecting his profound engagement with themes of time, memory, and the metaphysical.
