Which of the following is true regarding equestrian portraits? a. The first examples were seen in the nineteenth century. b. They helped exaggerate the facial features and perfection of the subject in the painting. c. They were a form of social protest that was popularized by Picasso. d. They used the image of a horse beneath a political figure to help convey the subject supreme power and leadership. Please select the best answer from the choices provided A B C D

To determine which statement is true regarding equestrian portraits, let's analyze each option: a. **The first examples were seen in the nineteenth century.** - This statement is false. Equestrian portraits date back to ancient times, with notable examples from the Renaissance period, long before the nineteenth century. b. **They helped exaggerate the facial features and perfection of the subject in the painting.** - This statement is somewhat misleading. While equestrian portraits often idealize the subject, they do not primarily focus on exaggerating facial features. Instead, they emphasize the subject's power and status. c. **They were a form of social protest that was popularized by Picasso.** - This statement is false. Equestrian portraits are not typically associated with social protest, and Picasso is not known for popularizing this genre. d. **They used the image of a horse beneath a political figure to help convey the subject's supreme power and leadership.** - This statement is true. Equestrian portraits often depict leaders or important figures on horseback, symbolizing their power, authority, and leadership. Based on this analysis, the best answer is: **D**