Ruiter te paard 1872 - 1891

"Ruiter te paard" (Rider on Horseback) is a photograph by Dutch photographer Cyrien Dominique Philippon, taken between 1872 and 1891. The image depicts a rider on a horse, captured in a snapshot-like moment, against the backdrop of a fence and foliage. The photograph is a testament to Philippon's skill in capturing everyday scenes with a sense of realism and immediacy, characteristic of 19th-century photography. The image is particularly notable for its intimate scale, measuring only 63 mm in height and 104 mm in width, highlighting the personal nature of Philippon's photographic practice.