Renpaard met ruiter before 1648

This anonymous etching, *Renpaard met ruiter* (ca. before 1648), depicts a rearing horse with a rider, possibly a nobleman, galloping through a landscape. The rider's body is turned slightly to the right, giving a sense of motion and the horse’s powerful legs are stretched out and its tail flowing dramatically, emphasizing the animal's strength and energy. This dynamic composition is typical of the style of equestrian art popular in the 17th century. The artwork can be found in the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam.