The artwork titled “Pegasus” was created by the artist Odilon Redon in the year 1900. It is a pastel on paper measuring 31.5 x 25.3 cm. The piece is associated with the Symbolism movement, a genre that favored metaphorical and mystical themes, often infused with emotion and the artist’s personal vision. “Pegasus” is classified under the mythological painting genre, which depicts subject matter derived from mythology and legendary narratives.
The artwork portrays the legendary winged horse, Pegasus, poised atop a rugged promontory. The use of pastel creates a dreamlike atmosphere with the soft blending of colors. Pegasus is depicted in a somewhat ethereal form, with its wings majestically spread out as if capturing the divine essence of this mythological creature. The background suggests a sky with hues of blue and green, enhancing the feel of elevation and the celestial realm that Pegasus occupies in mythology. The tones and shading appear to evoke a sense of movement and mystical quality, emblematic of Redon’s style within the Symbolist movement, which often aimed to represent ideas and emotions that lie beyond the visible world.
