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: 101.; upper center by unknown hand in graphite: 23.; lower left on mount in black ink: 101; lower right on mount in black ink: A 165

About this work

Overview

This 16th-century German drawing depicts a jousting scene between two armored knights on horseback. Executed in pen and brown ink with watercolor on laid paper, it showcases the artist's attention to detail in the armor and horses.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing captures a moment from a mock joust, a medieval sport where knights on horseback charged at each other with lances. The scene provides insight into the armor and equipment used in such events.

Technique & Style

The artwork is characterized by its use of pen and brown ink with watercolor, allowing for a range of tonal values and textures. The level of detail achieved in the armor and horses suggests a high degree of skill and attention to detail.

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.