Vidi, quod aperuisset agnus... (The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse)

Luigi Sabatelli I

National Gallery of Art

The image shows four horsemen in a dramatic composition. The drawing depicts four muscular figures riding horses, each with unique attributes. The central figure holds a bow, with flowing hair. Another figure holds scales, symbolizing balance or judgment. A third figure is hunched over a horse in the foreground, while a fourth figure stands holding a sword in the background, looking towards a distant shore. The scene conveys movement through the posture of the figures and horses. Created with a monochrome palette, the drawing utilizes strong contrast and delicate linework to show depth and texture, resulting in a intense depiction.