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A riding school, by Dirk Maas, oil, 1698

A riding school

Dirk Maas

1698

oil

canvas

From the collection of Fitzwilliam Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

A riding school is a 1698 oil by Dirk Maas, depicting Equestrianism, held at Fitzwilliam Museum.

Who painted this?
Dirk Maas
When & what style?
1698
Where can I see it?
Fitzwilliam Museum

About this work

This painting shows a lively scene of horseback riding. Several men are on horseback, while others stand nearby, some holding dogs on leashes. The setting appears to be a riding school or stable, with trees and a cloudy sky in the background. The artist has used a range of colors to capture the movement and energy of the scene. The horses and riders are depicted in various poses, giving a sense of dynamism and activity. The painting is a great example of a genre scene, which is a style of painting that depicts everyday life and scenes. You might want to learn more about the artist, Dirk Maas, who created this work.

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