This is a drawing of a figure holding a rearing horse. The drawing depicts a muscular figure next to a horse in motion, with one front leg raised. The figure is adorned with drapery around the waist and wears a winged helmet. The horse is robust and dynamic, suggesting movement and strength. The monochromatic rendering and delicate lines emphasize the detailed anatomy of both the figure and the horse.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1660s/1670s
- Medium
- black chalk and gray wash on laid paper, laid down on an old mount
- Dimensions
- 5414 × 6662 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original