Ruiterportret van Alessandro Farnese, hertog van Parma 1591 - 1632

This etching, "Ruiterportret van Alessandro Farnese, hertog van Parma", by Hessel Gerritsz, depicts Alessandro Farnese, Duke of Parma, on horseback. Created between 1591 and 1632, the artwork showcases the intricate detail and skill of the Dutch Golden Age printmaker. The composition features a dynamic pose, with the Duke and his steed in mid-stride, lending a sense of action and power. The inscription at the bottom provides information about Farnese's title and governorship. This etching, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, exemplifies the meticulous artistry of the period.