German Joust of Peace c. 1512 - 1515

"German Joust of Peace" is an anonymous drawing that depicts a jousting scene from the early 16th century. The artist uses watercolor to depict two knights in full armor, with one on the ground and the other in the process of being unhorsed. The drawing captures the dynamic action of a joust with detail and precision, highlighting the elaborate armor and the horses' postures. While the artist remains unknown, the drawing offers a glimpse into the popular practice of jousting in the Holy Roman Empire during the early Renaissance.