Portret van Madame d'Etampes te paard c. 1538 - 1544

Cornelis Anthonisz's "Portret van Madame d'Etampes te paard" (c. 1538-1544) is a woodcut depicting the French noblewoman, Anne de Pisseleu d'Heilly, known as Madame d'Etampes. She is portrayed as a powerful figure, seated astride a white horse, dressed in richly embroidered clothing and a fur-trimmed cloak, holding a riding crop. The image demonstrates Anthonisz's skill in capturing detail and conveying the sitter's status through their attire and posture. This woodcut, now part of the Rijksmuseum collection, is a fascinating historical document that provides insights into 16th-century fashion, court life, and artistic techniques.