Cavaleriegevecht met pistolen 1633 - 1680

This etching, *Cavaleriegevecht met pistolen* (Cavalry Battle with Pistols), by Jacob van Meurs, depicts a chaotic scene of a battle between cavalrymen. The composition is dynamic, filled with smoke and swirling clouds that create a sense of movement and chaos. The riders clash in the foreground, their horses and figures intertwined in a struggle for survival. Van Meurs, a Dutch artist active in the mid-17th century, captured the intensity of the battle with great detail and a masterful use of line. This etching is a fine example of the Dutch Golden Age's preoccupation with depicting battle scenes and military life. The work can be found in the Rijksmuseum, showcasing the museum's wide-ranging collection of Dutch art.