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Printed in black on now-darkened paper, lines of text are above and below an illustration showing three winged, nude children gesturing toward a balding older, bearded man near the center. The older man sits on a throne to the right and leans forward, one hand braced on the sphinx-shaped arm of the chair and the other pointing toward a stick one of the children holds. One of the man’s eyes is open wide, and the other appears to be closed. The man is barefoot and wears voluminous, flowing robes. The children all have short, curly hair and muscular bodies. Drapery flits to cross the groin of the child closest to us and the back side of another. They all reach at least one hand forward toward the man. The front child holds up the stick and looks over his shoulder at us. The room behind them has a door opening into a cavernous space with arched vaults. The corner of the paneled room beyond the older man has shelves and a ledge with books and globes. The page is numbered 151 in the top right corner. Text above the image reads, in all caps: “Francisci Agvilonii e Societate Iesv Opticorvm Liber Tertivs de Commvnivm Obiectorvm Cognitione.” The block of text under the image is titled “Argvmentvm” in all caps. Text continues, in italics mixed case: “Natvræ simul ac doctrinæ ordo exposcit, vt definite visus essential, præcipua’que eius affectione, quæ ad visionis modum opticorum’que radiorum traductionem pertinent, explicate, ad communium visibilium cognitionem veniamus. Hæc enim per se quidem, at non primò, vt et quæ propria dicuntur, sub aspectum cadunt. Nam lux et color simplici obtutu; hæc verò aut collatione, aut distinction, aut antecedente notione, aut syllogism, aut alia demum ratione, quam internus sensus variam ac multiplicem administrat, cognoscuntur. Quod sane ex eo prouenire videtur, quòd hæc non propriè ad visus facultatem attineant, sed aliis quoque sensibus sese ingerant: vnde N4 non”
Theodor Galle, François d'Aguilon, Opticorum Libri Sex, published 1613, 1 vol: ill: engraved title page; text illustration (p.3); 6 headpieces engraved by Theodor Galle after Peter Paul Rubens, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 1989.36.1

Opticorum Libri Sex

Theodor Galle, François d'Aguilon · published 1613 · 1 vol: ill: engraved title page; text illustration (p.3); 6 headpieces engraved by Theodor Galle after Peter Paul Rubens ·  Accession ID  1989.36.1

This is a drawing of a jousting scene. It features an armored rider on horseback with a long lance, engaged in a jousting match. The rider is leaning towards the ground, indicating motion of the lance as if striking a target. Another figure lies on the ground, seemingly dislodged from their horse. The horses are adorned in decorative caparisons with green and yellow patterns. The artwork portrays the movement and drama of a jousting scene, showcasing the elaborate armor and attire characteristic of medieval tournaments, offering insight into the pageantry and competitiveness of the era.
German 16th Century, German Joust of Peace, c.1512-1515, pen and ink with watercolor on laid paper, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.4409

German Joust of Peace

German 16th Century · c.1512-1515 · pen and ink with watercolor on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1943.3.4409

This is a painting depicting a jousting scene between two armored knights on horseback. The image shows two knights clad in armor, each mounted on a horse, engaging in a jousting match. The knight on the left is riding a brown horse and wearing yellow armor, with a lance positioned horizontally. The opposing knight is dressed in green and red attire, riding a gray horse covered in green with red patterns. Both horses are elaborately outfitted. Debris such as a shattered lance and a piece of helmet plume can be seen flying off, indicating impact. The background is minimal, focusing attention on the jousting action.
German 16th Century, Mock Joust of War with Flying and Exploding Shields, c.1512-1515, pen and brown ink with watercolor over black chalk and leadpoint on laid paper, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.4480

Mock Joust of War with Flying and Exploding Shields

German 16th Century · c.1512-1515 · pen and brown ink with watercolor over black chalk and leadpoint on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1943.3.4480

This is a drawing of two armored horses colliding during a joust. The horses are depicted in mid-motion during the event, with their riders' lower half visible. Pieces of broken lances are scattered around them, indicating the impact of the collision. The drawing is detailed, conveying the energy and intensity of the encounter.
German 16th Century, Mock Joust of War with Fixed Shields, c.1512-1515, pen and brown ink with watercolor over black chalk and leadpoint on laid paper, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.4461

Mock Joust of War with Fixed Shields

German 16th Century · c.1512-1515 · pen and brown ink with watercolor over black chalk and leadpoint on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1943.3.4461

The image shows two armored knights jousting on horseback. The moment of impact in a jousting match is depicted between the two knights, each in full armor and helmet. The knight on the left wears vibrant, green-striped armor and their horse is also adorned in matching gear. They hold a lance that collides with the lance of the opposing knight. The knight on the right wears a combination of red and black with feathers on their helmet and their horse is covered in a dark protective coat. The lances have fragmented upon impact, emphasizing the intensity of their encounter. The background is blank, focusing on the central action. The drawing is detailed, with attention to textures and shapes of the armor, horses, and weapons.
German 16th Century, Mock Joust of War with Flying Shields, c.1512-1515, pen and brown ink with watercolor over black chalk and leadpoint on laid paper, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.4468

Mock Joust of War with Flying Shields

German 16th Century · c.1512-1515 · pen and brown ink with watercolor over black chalk and leadpoint on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1943.3.4468

This is a drawing of two armored figures on horseback engaging in a jousting match. The scene captures the moment where both lances have shattered upon impact. The horses are adorned with elaborate caparisons—one predominantly in red and white, the other in shades of green. The riders are in full armor, with their armor designs reflecting a historical style. The detail in the drawing highlights the movement and energy of the scene, with the action centered around the breaking lances and the postures of the horses and riders. The paper shows signs of age, with text written at the top and some spots, adding to the historic appeal.
German 16th Century, German Joust of Peace, c.1512-1515, pen and ink with watercolor over black chalk on laid paper, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.4419

German Joust of Peace

German 16th Century · c.1512-1515 · pen and ink with watercolor over black chalk on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1943.3.4419

This is a painting of two knights in armor engaged in a jousting match. The scene illustrates a medieval joust, with both knights clad in ornate silver armor, depicted in full action as they collide. They ride horses, one with a golden covering and the other with a green and red striped cloth. The knights have been illustrated in a posture suggesting immediate impact; their lances are shattered, and pieces of armor appear to fly through the air. The surrounding elements, such as the scattered fragments, reinforce the moment of collision. This piece captures the excitement of a jousting tournament. It is in the style of a medieval manuscript or illustration.
German 16th Century, Mock Joust of War with Flying and Exploding Shields, c.1512-1515, pen and brown ink with watercolor over black chalk and leadpoint on laid paper, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.4478

Mock Joust of War with Flying and Exploding Shields

German 16th Century · c.1512-1515 · pen and brown ink with watercolor over black chalk and leadpoint on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1943.3.4478

This is a drawing of two armored knights jousting on horseback. The image depicts two knights clad in detailed armor engaged in a jousting duel. Each knight is seated atop a horse, one wearing a blue surcoat and helmet with ornate plumes, while the other is in richly decorated armor with hints of gold and brown. Both horses are elaborately draped in colorful cloth matching the rider's attire. Lances are pointed towards one another, capturing movement with the dynamic pose of the animals and scattered broken lance pieces. The background is simply detailed, emphasizing the jousting interaction.
German 16th Century, Mock Joust of War with Flying Shields, c.1512-1515, pen and brown ink with watercolor over leadpoint on laid paper, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.4467

Mock Joust of War with Flying Shields

German 16th Century · c.1512-1515 · pen and brown ink with watercolor over leadpoint on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1943.3.4467

This is a painting of a medieval jousting scene with two armored horses charging towards each other. The image shows two horses in motion, each adorned in distinctive checkered barding. The horse to the left is covered in a black and white checkered cloth with a green accent occupied by an armored figure, while the horse on the right has a red cloth with decorative elements. Each horse has a lance, and there is a visible action of collision, with a lance being broken in mid-air. The scene suggests dynamic movement and an intense moment of impact. The background is plain, highlighting the focus on the duel itself and capturing a glimpse of medieval tournament life. This is in the style of medieval manuscript illustrations.
German 16th Century, Mock Joust of War with Fixed Shields, c.1512-1515, pen and brown ink with watercolor over black chalk and leadpoint on laid paper, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.4465

Mock Joust of War with Fixed Shields

German 16th Century · c.1512-1515 · pen and brown ink with watercolor over black chalk and leadpoint on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1943.3.4465

This is a drawing of a jousting scene between two mounted knights. The drawing depicts knights in armor on horses engaged in a jousting match. Each knight features an armor design and carries a lance. The horses are also armored and decorated to match the knights. The image captures a dynamic moment of a jousting duel.
German 16th Century, German Joust of Peace, c.1512-1515, pen and ink with watercolor on laid paper, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.4424

German Joust of Peace

German 16th Century · c.1512-1515 · pen and ink with watercolor on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1943.3.4424