Falkoner på hest 1594

"Falkoner på hest" (Falconer on Horseback) is a small woodcut created in 1594 by Martin Pleginck, a Danish artist who lived from 1590 to 1599. The detailed etching depicts a falconer on horseback, holding a falcon in his right hand. The horse is adorned with elaborate embellishments, showcasing the fashion and culture of the time. The artwork, now housed at SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, is a miniature piece, measuring just 47 mm by 63 mm, yet captures the grandeur and elegance of the equestrian scene.