This is a painting of two armored figures mounted on horses clashing in a jousting tournament. The image captures the moment of impact as the lances shatter. Both figures are clad in armored suits, including helmets and metal gloves. The horses are richly adorned, with one wearing a golden-brown caparison and the other with a red and white patterned cloth. The background is sparse, emphasizing the action of the joust. The artwork has a medieval or Renaissance style, suggestive of illustrations found in historical manuscripts depicting tournaments or equestrian events.
Artwork Details
- Date
- c.1512-1515
- Medium
- pen and brown ink with watercolor over black chalk on laid paper
- Dimensions
- 7198 × 8985 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
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