Equestrian Portrait of a Noble

Bakhta (Bagta)

Created:
Movement:
1785
Neoclassicism
key Notes:
Regal poise, Ornate attire
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Dimensions:
8 11/16 x 12 in. (22 x 30.5 cm)
medium:
Ink and opaque watercolor on paper.
Difficulty:
Expert
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story of the work:

The "Equestrian Portrait of a Noble" by Bakhta, created in 1785, is a significant work that exemplifies the artist's skill in portraying nobility and power through equestrian imagery. Specific details about the subject and the context of the painting remain unknown.

Description of the work:

"Equestrian Portrait of a Noble" by Bakhta, created in 1785, features a noble figure elegantly mounted on a horse, rendered with meticulous detail in ink and opaque watercolor on paper. The composition emphasizes the noble's attire and the horse's dynamic posture, showcasing a harmonious interplay of color and line that reflects the artist's skill in capturing both movement and character.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Equestrian Portrait of a Noble