Soldier” (AMRI/009) – Mounted Figures
This version of AMRI/009 is a dynamic portrayal of two mounted cavalrymen, capturing the energy and inseparable nature of the Mongol soldier and their horse.
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Composition: The two soldiers are riding abreast, with their horses rendered in a stance that suggests they are trotting or moving quickly. The action is captured with a looser, more expressive watercolor technique than the static portraits.
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Figures and Weapons:
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The left soldier carries a tall, dark, triangular banner or standard on a long pole, marking him as a high-ranking officer or standard-bearer. He wears yellow-gold armor and a helmet similar to the single 18th-century portrait.
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The right soldier is notably dressed in a bright blue and turquoise coat with yellow-gold trim, contrasting sharply with the browns of the horses and the other soldier’s gear.
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Horses: The small, sturdy Mongolian horses are depicted with a focus on their muscular form and movement, reflecting their legendary endurance and speed on the steppe.
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Overall Impression: The painting powerfully evokes the Mongolian cavalry tradition, blending historical costume with the fluid vitality of the watercolor medium.