

Initial A with the Battle of the Maccabees
Medieval-style illustration of a battle scene. The scene depicts a group of armored men on foot and on horseback. The men wear blue helmets and various colored armor. They hold swords and stand on reddish-brown ground that resembles rocky terrain. A white horse with a yellow and blue saddle is prominent. The scene is framed by a large, decorative archway with green, red, and yellow borders. The archway is set against a gold background with decorative elements. The artwork is titled "Initial A with the Battle of the Maccabees" and is by artist Unknown.
Artwork Details
- Date
- ca. 1360–70
- Medium
- Tempera, gold, and ink on parchment
- Culture
- Italian
- Dimensions
- 486 × 624 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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