Roman Warrior

c. 1507

Nicoletto da Modena

Associated Names
Nicoletto da Modena

Artist, Italian, active 1500/1512

This is a drawing of a warrior on horseback in an architectural setting. The scene features a heavily armored warrior, adorned with a detailed helmet, riding a rearing horse. Behind the warrior is an elaborate background with architectural columns and gothic arches, along with a tree with gnarled branches. The horse is depicted in a dynamic posture, raising its legs. Various pieces of armor and ornamental details, such as shields and armor, are scattered on the ground. To the right, there is a niche with a classical statue. The drawing includes fine lines and hatching, contributing to the depth and texture of the scene.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    engraving

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    sheet (trimmed to plate mark): 13.8 x 9.6 cm (5 7/16 x 3 3/4 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.3.7418

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Hind 'Engravings', Vol. 5, p.117, no. 15


Artwork history & notes

Exhibition History

1973

  • Prints of the Italian Renaissance, National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C., 1973, no. 322.

Bibliography

1938

  • Hind, Arthur M. Early Italian Engraving; a critical catalogue with complete reproductions of all the prints described. 7 vols. London: Bernard Quaritch Ltd., 1938-1948.

1973

  • Levenson et al. 1973, no.169.

Wikidata ID

Q65024096

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