A Man Riding a Horse
The Met
Artist: Anthony van Dyck(Flemish, Antwerp 1599–1641 London)
Date: ca. 1630
Department: European Paintings
Classification: Paintings
Medium: Oil on wood
Dimensions: 10 1/8 x 8 7/8 in. (25.7 x 22.5 cm)
Credit Line: Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Siegfried Bieber, 1949
Visual Descriptions
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Brief Description
A monochromatic painting depicts a man on a rearing horse, rendered in shades of brown and beige
Detailed Description
The artwork is a monochromatic painting, rendered primarily in shades of brown and beige, depicting a man on a rearing horse. The background is a plain, textured field of light brown, showing visible brushstrokes. A horse is positioned with its front legs lifted high off the ground and its back legs firmly planted. The horse's head is turned towards the left, with its mane appearing to flow backward. Its tail flows downwards and to the right. The animal's musculature is rendered with varying tones of brown, from darker shadows to lighter highlights. Seated on the horse's back is a man, facing towards the right side of the frame and looking slightly upwards. He appears to be wearing a form of armor or elaborate clothing, characterized by a distinct ruffled collar around his neck. His right arm is raised, holding what appears to be a slender stick or baton. The left arm is less distinct but seems to be engaged with the horse, possibly holding reins. The edges of the painting show slight wear, with some darker lines framing the central image.
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