Man op een paard in zijwaartse galop before 1889

This photograph, titled "Man op een paard in zijwaartse galop," depicts a rider on horseback in a lateral gallop, likely taken before 1889. The image, part of the collection at the Rijksmuseum, showcases an anonymous artist's keen observation of equestrian movement. The small dimensions of the work (98 mm x 138 mm) suggest a study or a detailed illustration for a larger work on horsemanship. This image likely served as an educational resource, offering a visual representation of a specific riding technique, the 'demi-pirouette' as described in the text surrounding the image. The image's simplicity and its focus on the rider and horse's posture contribute to its illustrative nature.