Study of a Horse with a Rider 

Peter Paul Rubens, a leading figure in the Baroque period, was known for his dynamic compositions and mastery of light and shadow. This study focuses on the anatomy of a horse and rider, a common theme in Rubens' oeuvre. The artist's keen eye for detail is evident in the meticulously rendered musculature of the horse, as well as the rider's clothing and posture. This unfinished work likely served as a preparatory study for a larger composition, demonstrating Rubens's meticulous approach to his art.