Horsemen Fighting

Italian 15th Century

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture is a relief depicting a battle scene with human figures and horses intertwined in a dynamic composition. The figures are engaged in combat, wielding swords and shields, their bodies contorted in various poses of action. Horses appear rearing and galloping, contributing to the sense of movement throughout the piece. The sculpture is crafted from bronze, giving it a metallic brown color with a slightly glossy sheen that accentuates the detailing of muscles, weapons, and armor.