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Mock Joust of War with Flying Shields and Without Bevors

German 16th Century

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of two armored knights jousting on horseback. The image shows two knights on their horses, engaging in a jousting competition. Both knights are in full armor with helmets and are holding lances. The horses are depicted galloping. One knight's helmet has a plume. The colors used are green and brown. The composition is framed within a border. The style is reminiscent of a traditional medieval manuscript illustration.

Artwork Details

Date
c.1512-1515
Medium
pen and black ink with watercolor over black chalk on laid paper
Dimensions
7919 × 10140 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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