The Third Tournament

1509

Lucas Cranach the Elder

Associated Names
Lucas Cranach the Elder

Artist, German, 1472 - 1553

This is a drawing of a medieval jousting scene. The scene shows mounted knights engaging in combat with lances, in an organized but chaotic melee. The knights are wearing armor and their horses are also protected. The setting seems to be an arena, with spectators watching from an elevated structure in the background. The drawing captures the energetic and dynamic movement of the knights and horses. The focus is on the detailing of the armor and the composition to create depth and action.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    woodcut

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Accession Number

    1943.3.2851

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Hollstein, no. 118


Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1949

  • Hollstein, F.W.H. et al. German engravings, etchings and woodcuts ca. 1400-1700. 8 vols. Amsterdam: Menno Hertzberger, 1954-1868. Dutch and Flemish etchings, engravings and woodcuts, ca. 1450-1700. Vols. I-XV, XVIII, XIX. Amsterdam: Menno Hertzberge

Wikidata ID

Q64960017

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