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Peasant Family Going to Market

Martin Schongauer

National Gallery of Art

This is an image of a man riding a horse in a countryside setting. The drawing shows the man riding a horse, with another person walking beside them, moving through a rugged terrain with rocks, trees, and hills in the background. The focus is on the details of the horse and the rider's clothing, with additional elements like a structure and other figures in the distance. The style appears to be influenced by medieval or Renaissance art, emphasizing the movement of the travelers in the rural landscape.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1470/1475
Medium
engraving on laid paper
Dimensions
3421 × 3483 px
Public Domain
Yes
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