Vierentwintig ruiters te paard in een patroon 1652

"Vierentwintig ruiters te paard in een patroon" (Twenty-Four Horsemen in a Pattern) is an etching created by Italian artist Stefano della Bella in 1652. The artwork features a geometric arrangement of 24 horsemen riding in a pattern, showcasing della Bella's mastery of depicting movement and perspective. The etching is a testament to his skill in capturing the dynamic energy of a cavalry charge, while the simple background and the intricate details of the riders and horses highlight his precision and attention to detail. This etching, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases della Bella's talent for capturing the complexities of motion and the beauty of military formations in a visually captivating and technically proficient manner.