Ariosto probeert zijn paard te ruilen 1771

This etching by Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki, titled "Ariosto probeert zijn paard te ruilen" (Ariosto tries to exchange his horse) is a small-scale illustration depicting an event from the epic Italian poem *Orlando Furioso*. The scene depicts the knight Orlando, attempting to exchange his dead horse for a living one. The owner of the living horse, insulted by the exchange, strikes Orlando who then fights back and escapes, leaving behind his horse, demonstrating the wild and dramatic nature of the tale. This etching, dated 1771, is a fine example of Chodowiecki's work, showcasing his skill in capturing the narrative through the details of the scene. It is currently part of the collection of the Rijksmuseum.