"The Races" by Alexander Levich is a vibrant homage to the dynamic essence of 19th-century life, encapsulated within a miniature oil and lacquer tableau on wood. Following the legacy of Rosa Bonheur's animalière style, this piece vibrates with the energy of galloping steeds and the bustle of gathered onlookers. Levich's classical realism shines, showcasing his proficiency in rendering the tumultuous motion of the race and the stillness of the audience in crisp, vivacious details. Each stroke of Levich's brush brings forth the dust beneath the hooves, the tension in the riders' postures, and the anticipation in the air, crafting a scene that is both a spectacle of movement and a study of human and animal interaction.
