Cavalry Skirmish Mountainous Landscape 1636 - 1640

"Cavalry Skirmish Mountainous Landscape" is a detailed watercolor painting by Bartholomäus Dietterlin, created between 1636 and 1640. The painting depicts a chaotic scene of a cavalry skirmish, with fallen soldiers and horses strewn across the foreground. The action takes place against a backdrop of rolling hills, which add depth and perspective to the composition. The small size of the artwork (14 cm by 16.5 cm) creates a sense of intimacy and immediacy, drawing the viewer into the heart of the conflict. Dietterlin's attention to detail is evident in the rendering of the horses, armor, and facial expressions of the soldiers. The watercolor medium allows for subtle variations in color and tone, giving the artwork a vibrant and dynamic quality.