Artwork
Cavalry Skirmish
Cavalry Skirmish is an oil painting by Abraham van Calraet. It dates from 1696 and is held in the collection of the Rijksmuseum.
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Overview
Cavalry Skirmish is a 1696 oil painting by Abraham van Calraet, a Dutch Golden Age artist known for his versatility across multiple genres.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a chaotic cavalry battle, with horsemen and horses in various states of action and turmoil, set against a serene landscape background.
Technique & Style
The work showcases a contrast between the intense, dynamic foreground and the calm, idyllic background, with a cloudy sky adding to the dramatic tension.
History & Provenance
Created in 1696, Cavalry Skirmish is held in the Rijksmuseum collection.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Abraham van Calraet, or Kalraat (7–12 October 1642, Dordrecht – 11 June 1722, Dordrecht) was a Dutch Golden Age still-life, portrait- and landscape painter.
