Paard met zadel 1840 - 1880

Johannes Tavenraat's "Paard met zadel" (Horse with Saddle), a pen and ink drawing from the Rijksmuseum, depicts a detailed study of a horse. The artist, known for his animal studies, captures the horse's dappled coat and the saddle's form with meticulous detail. Tavenraat's use of line and shading lends a sense of realism to the drawing, highlighting the horse's musculature and anatomical structure. The piece provides insight into Tavenraat's artistic process and his interest in capturing the beauty of the natural world through his artwork.