Cavalry at Repose 1885

"Cavalry at Repose" (1885) by George Hendrik Breitner is a painting depicting a group of mounted soldiers and their horses resting in a wooded area. The painting captures a moment of quiet contemplation amidst the potential for action, as the soldiers are depicted in a state of relaxed readiness. Breitner's use of loose brushstrokes and rich, earthy tones conveys the atmosphere of the scene. The work is a fine example of Breitner's mastery of depicting everyday scenes, imbuing them with a sense of drama and realism. The painting is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.