This is a painting of a medieval jousting scene with two armored horses charging towards each other. The image shows two horses in motion, each adorned in distinctive checkered barding. The horse to the left is covered in a black and white checkered cloth with a green accent occupied by an armored figure, while the horse on the right has a red cloth with decorative elements. Each horse has a lance, and there is a visible action of collision, with a lance being broken in mid-air. The scene suggests dynamic movement and an intense moment of impact. The background is plain, highlighting the focus on the duel itself and capturing a glimpse of medieval tournament life. This is in the style of medieval manuscript illustrations.
Artwork Details
- Date
- c.1512-1515
- Medium
- pen and brown ink with watercolor over black chalk and leadpoint on laid paper
- Dimensions
- 7195 × 9036 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
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