Cavaleriegevecht 1867 - 1923

"Cavaleriegevecht" (Cavalry Battle) is a pencil drawing by Dutch artist George Hendrik Breitner, created between 1867 and 1923. This dynamic scene depicts a moment of intense action during a cavalry charge, capturing the energy and chaos of the battlefield. Breitner, known for his urban landscapes and depictions of Dutch life, uses swift, gestural lines to convey the movement of the horsemen and the dust kicked up by their horses' hooves. The work, housed in the Rijksmuseum, exemplifies Breitner's fascination with military subjects and his talent for capturing the fleeting moments of human action.