Spaanse raadsheer te paard 1577

"Spaanse raadsheer te paard" (Spanish Councilor on Horseback) is an engraving created by Abraham de Bruyn in 1577. This artwork depicts a Spanish councilor, a high-ranking official, riding a horse. The engraving showcases a detailed representation of both the rider and the horse, with intricate lines capturing the textures of their clothing and the horse's fur. The artwork offers a glimpse into 16th-century Spanish society and the role of councilors in the political landscape. De Bruyn's work is considered a fine example of the detailed and realistic style of engravings popular in the Netherlands during this period.