Mock Joust of War with Fixed Shields c. 1512 - 1515

"Mock Joust of War with Fixed Shields" (c. 1512 - 1515) is an anonymous watercolor depicting a mock joust. The scene shows a mounted knight in full armor, charging with a lance, while another knight lies on the ground, unhorsed, with his lance broken. The artist's attention to detail, particularly in the depiction of armor and weaponry, provides insight into the practices of medieval warfare. This drawing is a unique and historically significant example of a mock joust, offering a glimpse into the world of medieval knights and their training methods.