This is a drawing of two armored figures on horseback engaged in a jousting event. The image depicts two knights riding horses adorned with elaborate and colorful caparisons. The knight on the left wears armor accented with green, red, and white geometric patterns. The headpiece of the knight on the right appears to be in motion. The lances of both knights are visible, with one broken on the ground. Around the head of the right knight, fragments of a shattered lance or accessory are flying. The scene captures the energy of a medieval tournament with focus on heraldry and pageantry.
Artwork Details
- Date
- c.1512-1515
- Medium
- pen and brown ink with watercolor over black chalk and leadpoint on laid paper
- Dimensions
- 7212 × 9086 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original