Man op wit paard aan zee 1898 - 1928

"Man op wit paard aan zee" (Man on a White Horse by the Sea), created between 1898 and 1928, is a striking etching by Dutch symbolist artist Jan Toorop. This artwork, part of the Rijksmuseum collection, showcases Toorop's signature style, characterized by the use of strong lines and a sense of isolation. The etching depicts a solitary figure on horseback against a vast seascape, drawing attention to the figure's vulnerability and the immensity of the surrounding environment. Toorop's mastery of line and detail creates a sense of depth and distance, inviting viewers to contemplate the themes of loneliness and the human condition in a vast world.