1514
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Italian Joust of Peace is a 1514 ink by German 16th Century, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This drawing shows two armored knights on horseback mid-joust. Their lances clash with a loud snap—one splinters against the other’s shining armor. The scene feels frozen in time, right as the impact happens. The artist used three tricks here. First, he drew with pen and ink. Then he layered watercolor to soften edges. Finally, he added chalk for texture on the armor and horses. It’s like watching a real joust with extra drama. Want to see this up close? Visit the National Gallery of Art, Washington.
A German artist from the late 1500s drew lively scenes of knights clashing in parades and mock battles.
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