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Don Quixote Defeated by the Windmill

Jean-Honoré Fragonard

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a fallen knight in armor on the ground with a sword. The knight appears to be lying on a rustic landscape, with an arm outstretched clutching a shield, while trees and a windmill provide environment in the background. Light, sketchy lines characterize the style, with quick strokes suggesting movement and detailing. The background features suggestive outlines of people in the midst of action.

Artwork Details

Date
1780s
Medium
brush with brown and gray washes over charcoal on laid paper
Dimensions
3780 × 5322 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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