Artwork
'Estafiers, Cheval de main, et Palfreniers Indiens'
'Estafiers, Cheval de main, et Palfreniers Indiens' is a print by Unknown. It dates from 1650 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
The print 'Estafiers, Cheval de main, et Palfreniers Indiens' features a colorful depiction of four men and their elaborately adorned horses, set against a muted brown ground and pale blue sky.
Subject & Meaning
The scene portrays Indian grooms, footmen, and a horse handler, identified by a banner, though their attire—feathered hats, gold and black coats, and ornate horse tack—reflects a European interpretation of Native American dress, common in period art despite its inaccuracy.
Technique & Style
Executed as a color print, the work showcases Baroque influences in the subjects' ornate costumes and the overall vibrant, detailed composition.
History & Provenance
The print was acquired by the museum through the Cyril Beaumont Bequest, though its creation date and artist remain unspecified in available information.
Context
Similar prints can be found at the Victoria and Albert Museum, highlighting the work's place within a broader European artistic tradition of depicting exoticized figures.
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