This is a drawing of a battle scene with soldiers and horses. The scene includes mounted soldiers wielding weapons such as lances and swords, amidst fallen figures. The foreground features a horse's back with a floral motif. In the mid-ground, several figures are in motion. The background includes trees, contributing to the chaotic setting. The composition is detailed, with strong contrasts between dark and light areas, using line work to convey texture and depth in the landscape, attire, and musculature of the horses.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1741
- Medium
- chiaroscuro woodcut in black [trial proof of key block]
- Dimensions
- 3554 × 4869 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original