Who painted Mock Joust of War in Reinforced Field Armor?

Mock Joust of War in Reinforced Field Armor was painted by German 16th Century in 1514.

Where can I see Mock Joust of War in Reinforced Field Armor?

Mock Joust of War in Reinforced Field Armor is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Mock Joust of War in Reinforced Field Armor?

Mock Joust of War in Reinforced Field Armor is associated with Renaissance.

Artwork

Mock Joust of War in Reinforced Field Armor

German 16th Century , 1514

Mock Joust of War in Reinforced Field Armor 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. This 16th-century German drawing depicts a jousting scene between two armored knights on horseback.

Inscription: Inscribed:upper right by unknown hand in brown ink: 104; upper right by unknown hand in black ink: 11.; lower left on mount in black ink: 104; lower right on mount in black ink: A 232

About this work

Overview

This 16th-century German drawing depicts a jousting scene between two armored knights on horseback.

Subject & Meaning

The artwork shows a mock joust, a tournament where knights demonstrated their martial skills. The detailed armor worn by the knights suggests a focus on the martial aspect of the event.

Technique & Style

Executed in pen and brown ink with watercolor, and corrected with white gouache on laid paper, the drawing showcases intricate details, particularly in the armor. The use of watercolor and gouache highlights the artist's skill in achieving nuanced textures and tones.

Context

Jousting scenes were a common theme in historical art, often symbolizing chivalry and martial prowess. This drawing's medium, paper, distinguishes it from similar works that might have been executed on canvas.

Mock Joust of War with Flying Shields and Without Bevors, German 16th Century

Artist & collection

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.