Who painted Mock Joust of War with Flying Shields and Without Bevors?

Mock Joust of War with Flying Shields and Without Bevors was painted by German 16th Century in 1514.

Where can I see Mock Joust of War with Flying Shields and Without Bevors?

Mock Joust of War with Flying Shields and Without Bevors is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Mock Joust of War with Flying Shields and Without Bevors?

Mock Joust of War with Flying Shields and Without Bevors is associated with Renaissance.

Artwork

Mock Joust of War with Flying Shields and Without Bevors

German 16th Century , 1514

Mock Joust of War with Flying Shields and Without Bevors 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:upper right by unknown hand in brown ink: 88; upper right by unknown hand in black in: 14; lower left on mount in black ink: 88; lower right on mount in black ink: A 101

About this work

To learn more about similar artwork, look up the museum: National Gallery of Art, Washington.

This painting shows a jousting scene with armored horses and riders. It's a detailed drawing with flying shields and shields without bevors. The scene is busy with action, but the artist drew it carefully. The artist used pen, black ink, and watercolor to create it.

The jousting scene is from the German 16th century. It's interesting because of the unique shields and armor.

To learn more about similar artwork, look up the museum: National Gallery of Art, Washington.

Overview

This drawing depicts a jousting scene with armored horses and riders, executed in pen and black ink with watercolor over black chalk on laid paper. It measures 33.1 × 26.2 cm.

Subject & Meaning

The scene represents a 'mock joust of war' from 16th-century Germany, characterized by the use of flying shields and shields without bevors, highlighting the unique armor and jousting practices of the time.

Technique & Style

The artist's use of pen, black ink, and watercolor creates a detailed and intricate composition, showcasing careful rendering of the armored figures and their dynamic interaction.

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.