Man with horse 

Max Liebermann painted "Man with Horse" using oil on canvas in the late 19th or early 20th century. Born into a wealthy Jewish family in Berlin, Liebermann navigated the complexities of identity and social expectation. He found himself torn between his privileged background and his desire to connect with the working class, evident in his choice of subjects. "Man with Horse" is more than just a scene; it’s a glimpse into the lives of ordinary people, rendered with empathy and respect. Horses, symbolic of labor and freedom, were common subject matter for him, reflecting his artistic commitment to depicting everyday life outside the confines of traditional aristocratic portraiture. It is a modern take on the traditional equestrian portrait: the relationship between man and animal is not one of dominance, but rather, of partnership. The viewer can sense Liebermann’s admiration for both the man and the horse. Liebermann's work challenges us to consider who is represented in art and how. It highlights the value of experiences beyond the mainstream narrative.