The mane gives a big clue. Trace its direction. Does it match the first or second horse’s body?
Watch the reins. Their direction can tell you which body the head belongs to.
Notice the neck muscles. A tense neck means the horse is holding its head up and forward.
Finally, look for any overlap, like part of a face peeking out. This can confirm which horse is in front.
After careful analysis, it turns out the head belongs to the second horse.
The Mane Fits Horse Two
The mane’s flow lines up with the second horse’s body, so it’s not the first one in front.
The Reins Point to Horse Two
The reins connected to the bridle match the second horse’s position, backing up the conclusion.
Neck Tension
The second horse’s neck looks tight, showing it’s holding its head up and facing forward.
Subtle Overlaps
A bit of the first horse’s face shows behind the second horse’s neck, proving it’s in the foreground.
This illusion works because it plays on our brain’s habit of assuming and focusing on the head. By hiding clues in small details, it makes us slow down and look from different angles.