Untitled
1534
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1534
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This black-and-white print shows two muscular men fighting in an open space. One wears a helmet and holds a sword, lunging forward. The other, bare-chested and barefoot, blocks with a round shield while gripping a spear. Behind them, a tall arch frames a distant landscape with buildings and trees. The fighters’ bodies are drawn with sharp, precise lines, showing off their muscles and movement. The artist used deep shadows and light contrasts to make the scene feel dramatic. Look up chiaroscuro next to see how this lighting trick works.
