Artwork
Italian Joust of Peace
Italian Joust of Peace is a chalk drawing by the Renaissance artist German 16th Century. It dates from 1514 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
This 16th-century drawing depicts a jousting tournament, a medieval sport in which armored knights on horseback charged at each other with lances.
Subject & Meaning
The scene shows two knights in elaborate armor clashing lances, surrounded by a crowd, flags, banners, and a castle, suggesting a grand and festive occasion.
Technique & Style
Executed in pen and brown ink with watercolor over black chalk, the drawing combines crisp lines with soft, blended colors, creating a vivid and dynamic representation of the jousting scene.
History & Provenance
Created by a German artist, the drawing is now housed at the National Gallery of Art in Washington.
Artist & collection
Artist
A German artist from the late 1500s drew lively scenes of knights clashing in parades and mock battles.
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