Portrait of Emperor Rudolph II on Horseback 1586 - 1629
aegidiussadelerii
themetropolitanmuseumofart
drawing, print
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portrait
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drawing
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light pencil work
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pencil sketch
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charcoal drawing
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charcoal art
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portrait reference
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pencil drawing
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horse
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limited contrast and shading
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surrealism
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men
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portrait drawing
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graphite
Aegidius Sadeler II's "Portrait of Emperor Rudolph II on Horseback" (1586 - 1629) is an etching and engraving that depicts the Holy Roman Emperor Rudolph II on horseback. The composition showcases the emperor in a majestic pose, riding a rearing horse with a spear in hand. The image is surrounded by a depiction of a vast army, suggesting the emperor's power and authority. This artwork is considered an example of Baroque portraiture, emphasizing the grandeur and power of its subject.
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