This is a painting of two knights in armor engaged in a jousting match. The scene illustrates a medieval joust, with both knights clad in ornate silver armor, depicted in full action as they collide. They ride horses, one with a golden covering and the other with a green and red striped cloth. The knights have been illustrated in a posture suggesting immediate impact; their lances are shattered, and pieces of armor appear to fly through the air. The surrounding elements, such as the scattered fragments, reinforce the moment of collision. This piece captures the excitement of a jousting tournament. It is in the style of a medieval manuscript or illustration.
Artwork Details
- Date
- c.1512-1515
- Medium
- pen and brown ink with watercolor over black chalk and leadpoint on laid paper
- Dimensions
- 7201 × 9408 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original