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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Mock Joust of War in Reinforced Field Armor is a 1514 ink by German 16th Century, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
The painting shows two knights on horseback, jousting with each other. They wear heavy armor and charge at each other with lances. This artwork is interesting because it gives us a glimpse into medieval sports and games. The level of detail in the armor and horses is notable. To learn more about similar artworks, look up the museum: 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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