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Meeting of Achilles and Hector

Master of Girart de Roussillon

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of a medieval scene featuring several figures in conversation, with two figures mounted on horses. The artwork presents a group of colorfully attired individuals, some of whom are on horseback. The central figures are riding white horses richly adorned with decorative designs. The painting is set against a pastoral backdrop of blue sky and green landscape. The surrounding text and ornate floral embellishments point to its origin as an illuminated manuscript.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1450 - 1460
Medium
miniature on vellum
Dimensions
11212 × 6405 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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