Small Horse

About this work

This is a black-and-white engraving of a rider on a small horse. The horse is detailed, with a saddle and bridle, standing on a rocky ground. The rider wears a helmet with a plume and holds a spear. The background shows a dark, textured wall and a round window with the year 1505 carved above it. The rider’s face is hidden, and the horse looks small but strong. The scene feels dramatic, with the horse’s muscles and the rider’s stance suggesting movement. This is an example of engraving, a technique where artists etch lines into metal plates.