Karl Briullov was a Russian painter of the late 18th and early 19th century. His work was instrumental in the Russian art transition from neoclassicism to romanticism. Although horses are a purely incidental subject in his work, the art speaks for itself.
Romantic Portraits
The inclusion of animals in his work generally comes from his subjects – horses have long been used in portraits of royalty and wealthy patrons. Briullov simply applied his detailed artistic style to mounts when it was required of him.
A talented portrait artist, Briullov proves himself a great artist all around when you take a good look at his horses.
Portrait of Prince de San Donato
Portrait of EI Mussard and E. Mussard
Portrait of K. A. and M. Ya. Narishkin
Portrait VA Perovsky on column capitals
Lady on Horseback
Queen Olga on a Donkey
I love the little donkey! XD