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Thirty Archers and Pages

Stefano Della Bella

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a group of mounted figures in elaborate attire. The drawing depicts a procession of mounted riders, each on horseback, dressed in ornate clothing with plumes and embellishments. The composition of the image shows the riders closely clustered, with various poses suggesting motion and energy among the group. The horses, depicted from behind and in profile, are adorned with decorative accoutrements. The overall arrangement and fine detailing of the etching emphasize the pomp and ceremony of the cavalcade.

Artwork Details

Date
1633
Medium
etching
Dimensions
5222 × 1965 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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