#46559 Andre Brasilier

The artwork presents a stylized depiction of horses traversing a coastal landscape at dusk or dawn. The composition is divided into horizontal bands, creating a layered effect that simplifies and abstracts the scene. A band of pale orange-red occupies the upper portion, representing a setting or rising sun, its intensity softened by the surrounding atmospheric hues. Above this, broad strokes of blue delineate the sky, applied with visible brushwork that conveys a sense of movement and airiness.
The middle ground is dominated by a sandy beach, rendered in muted beige and tan tones. A line of horses, silhouetted in black, moves across this expanse. Their forms are reduced to essential shapes, emphasizing their collective presence rather than individual characteristics. The uniformity of the figures suggests a herd or group moving as one.
The lower band mirrors the colors of the beach above, reinforcing the horizontal emphasis and creating a sense of visual equilibrium. The brushstrokes here appear slightly more textured, adding depth to the foreground.
Subtleties in color suggest an emotional tone that is both tranquil and melancholic. The muted palette evokes a feeling of solitude and contemplation. The simplified forms and flattened perspective contribute to a dreamlike quality, distancing the viewer from a literal representation of reality. The horses themselves can be interpreted as symbols of freedom, movement, or perhaps even the relentless passage of time. Their dark silhouettes against the fading light create a visual tension that adds complexity to the overall impression.
The signature in the lower right corner indicates authorship, but does not detract from the painting’s inherent qualities.