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German Joust of Peace

German 16th Century

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a medieval jousting scene. The image shows two armored horses engaged in a jousting match. The horse on the left has lost its rider, as the armor-clad figure is depicted falling backwards. The horses are adorned in decorative blankets; the one on the left has a green and blue color scheme, and the one on the right has a red and green pattern. Broken lances are visible in mid-air crossing in an X-formation. The drawing captures the dynamic moment of competition, with attention to the varying patterns and colors on the robes and armor.

Artwork Details

Date
c.1512-1515
Medium
pen and ink with watercolor over black chalk on laid paper
Dimensions
8090 × 10529 px
Public Domain
Yes
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