Who painted A Soldier on Horseback and Other Studies?

A Soldier on Horseback and Other Studies was painted by Antonio Tempesta in 1592.

Where can I see A Soldier on Horseback and Other Studies?

A Soldier on Horseback and Other Studies is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is A Soldier on Horseback and Other Studies?

A Soldier on Horseback and Other Studies is associated with Renaissance.

Artwork

A Soldier on Horseback and Other Studies

Antonio Tempesta , 1592

A Soldier on Horseback and Other Studies is an ink drawing by the Renaissance artist Antonio Tempesta. It dates from 1592 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

A Soldier on Horseback and Other Studies is a 1592 drawing by Antonio Tempesta, an Italian artist known for his engravings and paintings. The work combines pen and brown ink with red chalk on laid paper, mounted on an album sheet.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing features a detailed equestrian figure in heavy armor, accompanied by quicker, more gestural studies of a horse and rider. The subject matter reflects Tempesta's frequent focus on military scenes and historical subjects.

Technique & Style

Tempesta employed thin, repeated lines to create shadows and texture, particularly on the armor and horse, achieving a balance between roughness and precision. The use of cross-hatching and layered lines contributes to the drawing's visual complexity.

History & Provenance

Created in 1592, the drawing is representative of Tempesta's work at the intersection of Baroque Rome and Antwerp's artistic traditions.

Artist & collection

Artist

Antonio Tempesta

Antonio Tempesta, also called il Tempestino (1555 – 5 August 1630), was an Italian painter and engraver, whose art acted as a point of connection between Baroque Rome and the culture of Antwerp.