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Mock Joust of War with Fixed Shields

German 16th Century

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a jousting scene. It depicts two armored horses clashing with each other. One horse is tan with elegant trappings and armor, while the other is white with red and blue accents. The riders, in medieval armor and plumes, are shown mid-air and on the ground. Their lances indicate impact. The scene is framed by a square border, and the drawing uses earthy and muted tones.

Artwork Details

Date
c.1512-1515
Medium
pen and brown ink with watercolor over black chalk and leadpoint on laid paper
Dimensions
7208 × 9231 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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