This is a drawing of a jousting scene between two armored figures on horseback. The artwork illustrates an event typical of medieval tournaments, with both participants in full armor and their horses dressed in elaborate decorative caparisons. The left side of the image shows a figure on a horse, capturing the moment of engagement as a lance is extended towards an unseen opponent. The horses are richly adorned, with detailed patterns and vibrant colors on their blankets and armor. The drawing includes text written in a calligraphic script beneath the scene. The lines are finely detailed and colored with a subtle, yet colorful palette, capturing the ornate beauty and drama inherent in such historical events.
Artwork Details
- Date
- c.1512-1515
- Medium
- pen and ink with watercolor over black chalk on laid paper
- Dimensions
- 8093 × 10488 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
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