Young Man Accompanying a Young Woman on Horseback c. 19th century

This 19th-century anonymous drawing, titled "Young Man Accompanying a Young Woman on Horseback," depicts a romantic scene of a couple in a wooded setting. The woman, clad in a flowing gown, sits astride a horse while the man looks up at her with affection. The artist's use of sepia tones creates a sense of intimacy and mystery, drawing the viewer into the couple's private moment. The drawing's delicate lines and soft shading evoke a sense of tenderness and grace, characteristic of the Romantic art movement. This work, currently housed at the Minneapolis Institute of Art, is a testament to the enduring power of love and the timeless beauty of the human form.