Cavalry Engagement
1631
oil
panel
From the collection of Mauritshuis
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Pieter Post
Pieter Post (1608–1669) was an artist, born in Haarlem.
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oil
panel
From the collection of Mauritshuis
Dominant colour
Cavalry Engagement is a 1631 oil by Pieter Post, a Dutch Golden Age work, held at Mauritshuis.
This painting shows a chaotic battle scene with many horses and men. The men are wearing armor and carrying weapons, while the horses are running and jumping in different directions. In the foreground, there are several bodies lying on the ground, and some of the horses appear to be injured or fallen. The background of the painting is a cloudy sky, which adds to the sense of turmoil and confusion. The overall mood of the painting is one of intensity and energy, as if the viewer is right in the middle of the battle. If you're interested in learning more about this style of painting, you might want to look into the work of artist Pieter Post.
Pieter Post (1608–1669) was an artist, born in Haarlem.
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