Duitse heerser te paard 1577

Abraham de Bruyn's 1577 engraving "Duitse heerser te paard" depicts a German ruler, likely a prince or count, on horseback. The figure is shown in full armor, with a fur-lined coat, and a plumed helmet. The horse, also adorned with elaborate trappings, is shown in a dynamic pose, rearing up on its hind legs. The image is a fine example of 16th-century printmaking and provides a glimpse into the attire and visual culture of the period.