Brune 

Théophile Alexandre Steinlen's "Brune" captures a lady on a carousel horse, surrounded by a festive crowd. The horse, a symbol of power and nobility, is here domesticated, made playful. Since antiquity, the horse has been a recurring motif, from the steeds of Apollo pulling the sun chariot across the sky, to the Trojan Horse, laden with hidden intent. Here, the carousel horse, devoid of its original potency, becomes a mere amusement. Yet, consider the rocking horse, a child's toy, echoing the same form. The primal, almost instinctual attraction to this animal suggests a deep-seated connection, transcending mere entertainment. The horse becomes a vehicle for our desires, fears, and aspirations. Like a recurring dream, the image of the horse persists, evolving yet retaining echoes of its former selves. "Brune" is a testament to the cyclical nature of symbols, their power to evoke emotions, and their enduring presence in our collective consciousness.