This is a painting of a jousting scene. The image depicts two knights on horseback engaged in a jousting match. The knight on the left has fallen from his horse, while the other knight remains mounted. Both knights are clad in colorful, ornate armor. The lances of both knights are depicted mid-shatter. The background is minimal, focusing on the action between the knights and the horses. This is in the style of a historical illustrator or artist capturing medieval tournaments.
Artwork Details
- Date
- c.1512-1515
- Medium
- pen and brown ink with watercolor over black chalk and leadpoint on laid paper
- Dimensions
- 7158 × 8999 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original