Paarden en pijlen before 2009

"Paarden en pijlen" (Horses and Arrows), created before 2009 by Dutch artist Aat Verhoog (1933-present), is a striking print housed in the Rijksmuseum. The artwork depicts a dynamic scene with a rider on a white horse facing a red horse, both appearing to be in motion with red arrows flying between them. The print is characterized by Verhoog’s signature graphic style, utilizing lines and shading to build form and movement, emphasizing the tension between the two figures. This piece demonstrates Verhoog's exploration of themes of conflict and opposition, evident in the contrasting colors and directional movement of the horses.