The Great Courier (copy) 1825 - 1888

Alois Petrak's "The Great Courier (copy)" is a detailed 19th-century engraving depicting a mounted figure in full gallop. The rider, possibly a messenger or courier, is clad in period attire and holds a bow in his raised hand, adding a sense of urgency and action to the scene. The composition is dynamic, capturing the energy of the galloping horse, emphasizing the speed and importance of the courier's mission. This artwork, housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, is a fine example of 19th-century printmaking and historical imagery.