The Vision of the White Horse

"The Vision of the White Horse" is a 1798 painting by Philip James de Loutherbourg. 



The artwork depicts a dramatic scene set against a stormy, dark sky. A crowned figure, possibly a king or warrior, rides a powerful white horse, which appears to be airborne or moving at great speed through the clouds. The rider is actively drawing a bow and arrow, aiming towards the viewer's left. 



To the left, another figure, also on horseback, is engaged in combat, wielding a sword. This second horse is a darker color, possibly brown or reddish-brown. The rider's posture suggests a fierce struggle. 



The overall composition is dynamic and energetic, with a strong sense of movement and action. The color palette is predominantly dark and moody, with the white horse standing out as a focal point. The painting's style suggests Romanticism, with its emphasis on emotion, drama, and the sublime. The size of the painting is 1.222 meters wide and 0.991 meters high. It is currently housed in the Tate.