Artwork
Battle of Cividale
Battle of Cividale is an ink print by the Renaissance artist Hans Leonard Schäufelein. It dates from 1510 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
This woodcut shows a chaotic battle scene. Men on horseback and foot clash with swords and spears. Armor gleams under a cloudy sky.
It’s one of the few dated works by Schäufelein. He carved this in 1507, early in his career. Woodcuts let artists print many copies—cheaper than paintings.
Schäufelein used fine lines to show muscle and movement. Try looking up woodcut prints by Schäufelein.
Overview
The Battle of Cividale is a woodcut print created by Hans Leonard Schäufelein.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a chaotic battle scene with men on horseback and on foot engaged in combat, wielding swords and spears under a cloudy sky.
Technique & Style
Schäufelein employed fine lines to convey the muscle and movement of the figures, characteristic of his skill as a woodcut artist.
History & Provenance
Dated to 1507, this work is one of Schäufelein's early and few dated pieces, showcasing his technique at the beginning of his career.
Context
As a woodcut, the print allowed for mass production, making it a more affordable alternative to paintings.
Artist & collection
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