This is a drawing of two horses wearing armor and lying on the ground as part of a knightly joust scene. The drawing features two armored horses, with one dressed in green barding, having fallen onto each other on the ground. Broken lances and pieces of armor are present in the scene. The drawing captures the dynamic nature of a jousting tournament. The figures are outlined, and details like horse hooves and armor pieces are etched with precision, emphasizing the combat and action that has unfolded.
Artwork Details
- Date
- c.1512-1515
- Medium
- pen and ink over black chalk and corrected with white gouache on laid paper
- Dimensions
- 8103 × 10154 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original