Warrior Chasing Woman Away from Palace n.d.

This anonymous pen and brown ink drawing, "Warrior Chasing Woman Away from Palace," depicts a dramatic scene of a warrior in pursuit of a woman. The woman, clad in a flowing gown, flees down a set of stairs, her arms outstretched in a gesture of desperation, while the warrior, adorned in a plumed helmet and armor, brandishes a sword and appears to be gaining ground. The scene unfolds against the backdrop of a grand palace, with a column and a garden visible in the background. The artist's use of shading and detail creates a sense of movement and tension, capturing the urgency and fear of the moment. This drawing, now housed in the Art Institute of Chicago, serves as a compelling testament to the anonymous artist's skill in depicting a moment of dramatic action.