Knight
1651
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1651
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This black-and-white print shows a chaotic battle scene. A knight in armor fights a skeleton-like figure with a spear, while other armed figures and skulls float above. The background has buildings and weapons, and the edges frame smaller scenes with more skeletons and weapons. The artist used sharp lines to make the scene feel dramatic and intense. The border includes figures like Minerva and Hercules, adding to the story’s mythic feel. Next, look up etching to see how artists like Hollar created detailed prints like this.