The image depicts a chaotic scene of a battle. Several nude men on horseback and on foot are engaged in combat. The men are armed with spears and shields. A few of the men are on the ground. Some horses are rearing up on their hind legs. The background shows trees, suggesting the battle takes place in a wooded area. The overall composition is dense and dynamic. The image is in shades of gray, suggesting it may be an engraving or etching. The title of the piece is "Battle of Naked Men" and the artist is Domenico Campagnola.
Artwork Details
- Dimensions
- 750 × 739 px
- Museum Record
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