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Foot Combat with Awl Pikes

German 16th Century

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of two armored figures engaging in combat. The drawing depicts two figures clad in armor, each holding a wooden pole and positioned in a combative stance. The armor is detailed with hints of reflection. The figure on the right has an additional adornment on the helmet, resembling a plume. Both figures wear tunics over their metal armor. The drawing is enclosed within a simple rectangular border on a plain background.

Artwork Details

Date
c.1512-1515
Medium
pen and black ink with watercolor on laid paper
Dimensions
7739 × 9695 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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