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Mock Joust of War with Flying Shields

German 16th Century

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a medieval jousting scene. The drawing shows figures in medieval attire and armor engaged in a jousting tournament. In the foreground, knights in colorful suits of armor, some on horseback, are either falling or have fallen. The horses are depicted with lively motions. In the background, there are several people dressed in various Renaissance-style costumes, with one figure in the center raising their arms. The colors are vivid yet soft, mainly greens, reds, and blues.

Artwork Details

Date
c.1512-1515
Medium
pen and brown ink with watercolor over black chalk on laid paper
Dimensions
7202 × 9087 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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