Six Cavalrymen in Combat

Antonio Tempesta

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a group of horses in motion. The image depicts four horses, with one horse prominently depicted on its back. The horses are adorned with flowing manes, and their dynamic poses suggest a narrative of action. The intricate line work and attention to the musculature of the animals emphasize their power and grace. The composition is tightly packed, with the horses almost overlapping each other.