1637
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Two Polish Cavaliers is a 1637 ink by Stefano Della Bella, a Baroque work, depicting Equestrianism, held at National Gallery of Art.
This painting shows two men on horseback, dressed in fancy clothes. They look like they're ready for a battle or a parade. The details on their clothes and horses are very intricate. The horses are well-drawn and the men look confident. The artist paid attention to the little things, like the horses' muscles and the men's hats. This makes the scene feel more real and interesting. To learn more about the method used to create this image, look up the technique: etching.
Stefano della Bella (18 May 1610 – 12 July 1664) was an Italian draughtsman and printmaker known for etchings of a great variety of subjects, including military and court scenes, landscapes, and lively genre scenes.
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