Nederlandse heer te paard 1577

Abraham de Bruyn’s “Nederlandse heer te paard” (1577) is an engraving depicting a nobleman on horseback. The nobleman, clad in lavish attire with a feathered cap, sits astride a white horse adorned with intricate harnesses. The etching's detailed rendering of both the rider and the horse showcases de Bruyn's mastery of the technique, capturing the elegance and grandeur of the subject. This piece offers a glimpse into the sartorial fashion and equestrian culture of the Dutch nobility during the 16th century. The artwork can be found in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.