Horatius Cocles Defending Rome

16th century

Italian 16th Century or Master of the Victoria and Albert Diableries

Associated Names
Italian 16th Century

Artist

Master of the Victoria and Albert Diableries

Artist, Italian, active 16th century

This is an illustration of a battle scene featuring warriors and horses engaged in combat. The figures are depicted with detailed armor and shields, with horses shown in motion. The use of hatchings and cross-hatchings adds texture to the scene. In the background, there are buildings hinting at a cityscape. The drawing is monochromatic, using shades of brown for dramatic effect. The detailed line work captures the action and emotion of the scene.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    pen and brown ink with white heightening over black chalk

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    overall: 24.9 x 40 cm (9 13/16 x 15 3/4 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.3.8856

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Unidentified collector (CYC (?) with crown, Lugt undescribed)

Associated Names

Wikidata ID

Q64578975

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