A man in black armor with a white collar sits upright on a white horse, holding a baton in his right hand and wearing a composed, confident expression. His gloved left hand rests on his hip, while his right hand extends forward, gripping the baton just above the horse’s mane. The horse, depicted mid-stride with its front left leg raised, faces slightly toward the viewer, its head turned gently to the left.

A rich red sash tied at the man's waist stands out against the dark, lustrous armor and the pale horse, adding a touch of color to the otherwise restrained palette. The background features a dense cluster of trees to the left, their leaves rendered in loose, textured brushstrokes, while the right side opens to a cloudy sky and distant landscape. Soft, diffused light falls from the upper left, illuminating the man's face and the horse's muscular neck, casting gentle shadows along their forms.

The ground beneath the horse is dark and earthy, with patches of greenery and rocks painted in broad, energetic strokes. The composition places the rider high in the frame, giving him a commanding presence, while the horse’s powerful form anchors the lower half of the painting. The man’s mustache and pointed beard are carefully detailed, and his gaze is directed outward, engaging the viewer with a sense of authority.

Delicate highlights on the horse’s mane and the metallic gleam of the armor reveal the artist’s attention to texture and light. The reins, saddlecloth, and bridle are painted with fine detail, their reddish-brown tones echoing the sash at the rider’s waist. Anthony van Dyck created this work between circa 1630 and circa 1632.