This is a drawing of a knight slaying a dragon. The drawing depicts a scene where a knight in full armor is mounted on a rearing horse, slaying a dragon with a sword. The dragon lies on its back with its jaws open. The knight's armor and the dragon's scales are detailed. In the background, there are rolling hills, trees, and a castle on a cliff. A figure is seen standing in the distance. The composition has lines and forms that create movement and tension.
Artwork Details
- Date
- c. 1480/1490
- Medium
- engraving on laid paper
- Dimensions
- 3323 × 4614 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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