The Cavalry Combat

The Cavalry Combat

Stefano Della Bella

1637

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

About this work

This image is a sketch of a chaotic battle scene, with horses and riders in various poses. The sketch is drawn in brown ink on laid paper, with visible lines and strokes that convey a sense of energy and movement. In the foreground, a group of horses and riders are engaged in combat, with some horses rearing up on their hind legs and others falling to the ground. The riders are armed with swords and lances, and some are shown in mid-fall, adding to the sense of chaos and disorder. The sketch is characteristic of the Baroque style, with its dramatic lighting and intense emotions. For more information on this style, look up the Baroque movement.

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