Carabinier
1832
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1832
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This drawing shows a soldier on horseback, dressed in heavy armor and a tall helmet with a plume. The horse stands still on a rough path, with a saddle packed with gear. In the background, a few other riders and a building peek through trees. The soldier’s uniform looks polished, but the sketchy lines make it feel like a quick study rather than a finished portrait. The artist focused on the soldier’s confident stance and the horse’s strength. Want to know more about how this was made? Check out technique: lithography.
