Paard achter een houten schot 1788

"Paard achter een houten schot" (Horse behind a wooden fence), created in 1788 by Dutch artist Hendrik Willem Schweickhardt (1746-1797), is a delicate etching housed in the Rijksmuseum. The artwork depicts a horse, viewed from behind, leaning against a wooden fence with a tree in the background. This simple yet detailed composition showcases Schweickhardt's masterful use of line and shadow to capture the horse's form and the surrounding landscape. This etching exemplifies the artistic style of the late 18th century, often characterized by its focus on realism and attention to detail.