The Riding School (c. 1658 - c. 1660)
Technique: Giclée quality print
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"The Riding School," painted between circa 1658 and 1660 by Philips Wouwerman, captures a lively and detailed scene centered on an equestrian theme. In this painting, the viewer is invited into a dynamic snapshot of daily life centered around horse riding, a popular noble activity during the 17th century.The artwork masterfully depicts a group of figures engaged in various activities related to horse training and riding. The foreground is animated by a white horse, whose rider wears elegant riding attire, demonstrating the social status often associated with such skills during this era. Around them, several figures, from youths to adults, interact with other horses, showcasing different stages of training and care. Each character is rendered with careful attention to detail, illustrating their diverse roles and the bustling activity of a riding session.The background extends into a rustic landscape with ruins and a canopy of clouds, suggesting the scene is set near the outskirts of a town, where such training grounds were typically located. This placement not only provides a sense of depth but also implies a connection between the aristocratic activity and its geographical and social setting.
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Philips Wouwerman (also Wouwermans) was a Dutch painter of hunting, landscape and battle scenes.
Philips Wouwerman was one of the most versatile and prolific artists of the Dutch Golden Age. Embedded in the artistic environment and tradition of his home town of Haarlem, Wouwerman made an important and highly influential contribution to the canon of seventeenth-century Dutch painting.