The image depicts a chaotic scene of a tournament. Multiple men on horseback wearing armor and holding lances are positioned throughout the image. Some of the horses are rearing up. Spectators are standing and sitting on stands in the background, watching the scene. A lion is present on the ground in the center of the image. The style of the image is detailed and engraved. The overall composition shows a dynamic and intense moment in the tournament. The artist's style, Lucas Cranach, is evident in the detailed work. The title of the piece is "The Tournament with Sampson and the Lion".
Artwork Details
- Dimensions
- 900 × 638 px
- Museum Record
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