This is a drawing of two figures engaged in a fencing match. The image depicts two individuals in a dynamic posture as they face each other with raised rapiers. Both figures are dressed in period clothing typical of the Renaissance or Baroque era, including puffed sleeves and breeches, with one figure sporting a feathered hat. Their feet are positioned firmly on the ground, and they appear to be mid-action. The drawing captures the focus and intensity of the duel, with detailed line work and shading giving depth and form to the figures and their garments. The scene is set on what appears to be a flat, slightly textured ground.
Artwork Details
- Date
- c. 1622
- Medium
- etching on laid paper
- Dimensions
- 3427 × 2344 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
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