Two Men in Armour
1485
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1485
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This painting shows two men wearing armor, standing side by side. They look like knights from a long time ago. The details on their armor are very precise, which makes me think the artist paid close attention to how armor was made. The men are shown in a simple setting, which makes their armor stand out even more. The artist used lines and shading to create a sense of depth and texture. To learn more about this style, look into the technique: engraving.
