This is a painting of a jousting scene. The image shows two armored knights engaged in combat on horseback. One knight, dressed in green and white armor with a winged helmet, is mounted on a green and white horse and holds a lance. The other knight, in brown and gold armor, has fallen backward from a similar horse, depicting defeat. The scene conveys the drama of medieval jousting tournaments, showcasing elaborate armor and vivid colors typical of the period. The style is reminiscent of historical manuscript illustrations from medieval times.
Artwork Details
- Date
- c.1512-1515
- Medium
- pen and black and brown ink with watercolor over black chalk on laid paper
- Dimensions
- 7922 × 10121 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
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