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Foot Combat with Swords, Throwing Stars, and Shields (Tartschen)

German 16th Century , 1514

Foot Combat with Swords, Throwing Stars, and Shields (Tartschen), by German 16th Century, ink, 1514
Foot Combat with Swords, Throwing Stars, and Shields (Tartschen), by German 16th Century, ink, 1514

Foot Combat with Swords, Throwing Stars, and Shields (Tartschen) is an ink drawing by the Renaissance artist German 16th Century. It dates from 1514 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

Inscription
Inscribed:center by unknown hand in graphite: 6; lower left on mount in black ink: 35; lower right on mount in black ink: A 19

Artist & collection

Portrait of German 16th Century

Artist

German 16th Century

A German artist of the late 1500s drew knights clashing in parades and mock battles, filling sheets with detailed ink colored lightly in watercolor: soldiers mid-joust, shields flying, foot soldiers sparring with spears.

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Frequently asked questions

Who painted Foot Combat with Swords, Throwing Stars, and Shields (Tartschen)?

Foot Combat with Swords, Throwing Stars, and Shields (Tartschen) was painted by German 16th Century in 1514.

Where can I see Foot Combat with Swords, Throwing Stars, and Shields (Tartschen)?

Foot Combat with Swords, Throwing Stars, and Shields (Tartschen) is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Foot Combat with Swords, Throwing Stars, and Shields (Tartschen)?

Foot Combat with Swords, Throwing Stars, and Shields (Tartschen) is associated with Renaissance.