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Foot Combat with Halberds, by German 16th Century, ink, 1514

Foot Combat with Halberds

German 16th Century

1514

ink

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Renaissance Renaissance

Dominant colour

Foot Combat with Halberds is a 1514 ink by German 16th Century, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
German 16th Century
When & what style?
1514 · Renaissance
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

This painting shows two armored knights fighting with halberds. They wear elaborate armor and plumed helmets. The knights are detailed, with intricate designs on their armor. The artist paid close attention to the armor and helmets. This suggests the artist was interested in military details. The use of pen and black ink with watercolor adds to the scene. The painting is an example of detailed artwork from this time. Look up the technique: watercolor.

About the artist

Portrait of German 16th Century
Artist

German 16th Century

A German artist from the late 1500s drew lively scenes of knights clashing in parades and mock battles.

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