Elegant ruitergezelschap bij stadspoort 1746 - 1780

"Elegant ruitergezelschap bij stadspoort" is an etching by Jean Pelletier, created sometime between 1746 and 1780. The artwork, housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a group of elegant riders approaching a city gate. The scene is rendered in a meticulous, detailed style characteristic of 18th-century etching. The composition highlights the grandeur of the gate and the riders' refined attire, conveying a sense of aristocratic leisure and societal status. The etching's intricate details and atmospheric perspective offer viewers a glimpse into the daily life of the Dutch elite during the 18th century.