Xu Beihong's horse paintings are regarded as treasures in the history of Chinese art. With his abundant creativity and profound painting skills, he created a series of horse paintings, among which one of the most famous masterpieces is "Galloping Horse."
During his study years in France, he delved into the anatomy and movement of horses, enabling him to accurately portray their bone structure and muscular dynamics, lending lifelike realism to the horses portrayed in his artworks. His skillful ink brushwork exuded strength and vigor, employing traditional Chinese ink painting techniques to convey the power and speed of the horses.