Conquest of Naples, plate 17 from Historical Scenes from the Life of Emperor Maximilian I from the Triumphal Arch c. 1515 - 1520

"Conquest of Naples" is a woodcut from the "Triumphal Arch" series, created by Wolf Traut around 1515-1520. The artwork depicts a scene of a battle, likely during the Italian Wars, with soldiers on horseback clashing in a chaotic melee. The scene takes place near a fortified city with a river separating the battleground and the city walls. The detailed depiction of armor and weaponry underscores the military prowess of the era. This print, now housed at The Art Institute of Chicago, is a testament to the artistic skill of the early Renaissance, showcasing the use of woodcuts to capture a dramatic historical event.