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Italian Joust of Peace

German 16th Century

National Gallery of Art

This drawing depicts a jousting scene with two horses and riders engaged in combat. One rider is in red, while the other wears green armor. The rider in red appears to be falling off the horse, which is on its side, indicating a moment of impact or a fall during the joust. Lances are broken and scattered, and the horse's legs are splayed out, conveying motion and the dramatic nature of the event. The drawing style is detailed, focusing on the movement of the horses and the medieval armor of the riders.

Artwork Details

Date
c.1512-1515
Medium
pen and brown ink with watercolor over black chalk on laid paper
Dimensions
7716 × 9788 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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