Ridder te paard in wapenuitrusting after 1647

This anonymous etching, "Ridder te paard in wapenuitrusting", from the Rijksmuseum, depicts a knight in full armor riding a horse. The knight is depicted in profile, holding a sword and shield, with the horse rearing up on its hind legs. The details of the armor and horse are meticulously rendered, emphasizing the skill of the anonymous artist, although the date of creation is only known to be after 1647. The etching is a testament to the enduring power and beauty of the equestrian tradition.