Le Maître d'Équipage by Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec. An impressionistic painting of a huntsman in a red coat astride a brown horse, raising a whip against a muted sky.

Le Maître d'Équipage

Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec

1882 · Oil Paint, Panel

A spirited and dynamic equestrian study by Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, featuring a huntsman in a striking red coat.

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Where it works

A weightier piece with lively force in a warmer tonal register — supports a polished room with depth.

Often works in
Living Room · Library · Study
Placement
Reads best as a confident vertical anchor
Walls
Best with clear wall contrast
Color notes
Soft gray, Rich brown, Deep burgundy

About the piece

Painted in 1882, 'Le Maître d'Équipage' is a masterful early example of Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec's ability to capture movement and energy. The composition centers on a huntsman in a vibrant scarlet coat, his whip raised as he manages his mount. The rapid, expressive brushwork and earthy palette reflect the artist's burgeoning interest in character and the vitality of contemporary life.

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