Drie cavaleristen houden een reiziger aan 1718 - 1781

"Drie cavaleristen houden een reiziger aan" (1718-1781), an etching by Christian Rugendas (1708-1781), depicts a scene of three mounted horsemen confronting a traveler. The artist, known for his detailed and realistic illustrations, captures the tension of the encounter through the dynamic postures of the figures and their horses. The composition, a typical example of 18th-century art, emphasizes the drama of the event with a strong focus on the central figures against a subdued background. The image, likely part of a larger series, provides a glimpse into the social and political climate of the period.