This is a drawing of a knight in armor falling off a horse. The knight, clad in red, green, and white horizontal stripes, is falling from a horse that is draped in a similarly striped fabric. The lance is broken, and both legs and arms are splayed in the air as the knight tumbles. The horse is striding forward. Surrounding the scene, there are illustrative elements, possibly architectural or decorative designs, framed at the top center. The colors are vibrant, adding dynamism to the scene.
Artwork Details
- Date
- c.1512-1515
- Medium
- pen and brown ink with watercolor over black chalk and leadpoint on laid paper
- Dimensions
- 7203 × 9143 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original