Twenty-Four Cavorting Cavaliers

Stefano Della Bella

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a procession of horses adorned with elaborate headdresses. The artwork features two rows of horses with ornate plumes on their heads. The horses appear to be elegantly prancing or trotting, each captured with intricate detail to suggest movement and grace. The upper row consists of a curved line of horses, while the lower row mirrors this arrangement, creating symmetry in the composition. The background is stark and minimal, drawing attention to the detailed renderings of the horses. The space between the rows is open, bringing focus to the linear arrangement and design elements.