Steigerend paard naar links gewend 1565 - 1630

This etching, created by Italian artist Antonio Tempesta between 1565 and 1630, depicts a rearing horse viewed from the side. Tempesta's detailed rendering of the horse's anatomy and flowing mane exemplifies his skill in animal studies. The dynamic pose and expressive details, like the windswept mane and the horse's alert gaze, capture the powerful energy of the animal. This artwork, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases Tempesta's expertise in capturing the essence of animal movement in a small-scale, highly detailed print.