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Abigail and David

Lucas van Leyden

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a group of armed figures and horses in a forested landscape. In the foreground, there are several figures equipped with weapons, including a soldier on horseback wearing armor and holding a lance. Beside him, another soldier stands, engaged in conversation, seemingly directing with a hand gesture. Additional figures and horses are visible, blending into the intricate detailing of the scene. The landscape features tall, thickly branched trees that dominate the composition, while the background reveals rocky formations and a distant view of a settlement or military camp.

Artwork Details

Date
in or before 1508
Medium
engraving
Dimensions
3509 × 4929 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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