Horace Vere, Baron Vere of Tilbury

Horace Vere, Baron Vere of Tilbury

Unknown 19th Century

1850

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From the collection of National Gallery of Art

About this work

The image depicts a man riding a horse, with a cityscape in the background. The man is dressed in a hat, scarf, and ornate clothing, holding a long object in his right hand. He sits on a horse with a flowing mane, wearing a saddle and bridle. A circular emblem is visible in the top-left corner of the image. The man's attire and the horse's saddle suggest a sense of elegance and refinement. The cityscape in the background adds a sense of depth and context to the scene. This engraving is a great example of Romanticism, and you can learn more about this art movement by exploring the National Gallery of Art, Washington.

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