This drawing shows a hunting party resting under a tree on a ridge. One of the riders has dismounted, and is standing next to his horse. A trio of sighthounds can be seen in the foreground, whilst other members of the hunt can be seen riding in the distance. 

Adriaen van de Velde (1636-1672) was a Dutch landscape and animal painter, who painted extensively during the 35 years in which he lived. Many of these paintings are preceded by meticulous preparatory sketches.   

The artist was the subject of a significant exhibition at the Dulwich Gallery in 2016.