Gallery Edition – At the horse show (The high jump) by Charles Dana Gibson – 68×44 Interior Architectural Study

Curatorial Narrative Gibson’s “At the horse show (The high jump)” is a masterful exemplar of late 19th-century realism with a subtle satirical undertone. Created between 1900 and 1905, this work showcases the artist’s fine brushwork and his ability to balance Victorian sensibilities with Modern Minimalist design principles. The somber palette, dominated by black, white, and gray, sets a contemplative tone, while the precise rendering of equine forms and surrounding architecture imbues the composition with a sense of stately gravitas.Upon enlargement to 68×44 inches, Gibson’s “At the horse show” reveals its full architectural scope. The spatial rhythm established by the imposing stable walls and towering equestrian figures creates an atmosphere of measured grandeur. As one moves through the spatial structure, the black lines separating the various elements recede into the background, allowing the viewer to absorb the chromatic struct