Hungarian Cavalier
1637
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1637
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Hungarian Cavalier is a 1637 ink by Stefano Della Bella, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This black-and-white drawing shows a man on horseback riding through a village. The rider wears a fancy hat and coat, holding the reins tightly. Behind him, two other men walk, one leading a second horse. In the distance, a crowd of people stands near a building with columns. The artist used sharp lines to show the horse’s muscles and the rider’s posture. The background is simpler, with quick sketches of buildings and people. Next, check out the technique: etching to see how artists like this made detailed prints.
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