Foot Combat with Daggers c. 1512 - 1515

This anonymous drawing, *Foot Combat with Daggers* (c. 1512-1515), depicts two armored figures locked in a duel. The figure on the left, wearing a helmet with a feathered plume, thrusts his dagger toward the figure on the right who is in a defensive stance. The composition is rendered in a detailed and stylized fashion, highlighting the intricate details of the armor and weaponry, typical of the early 16th century. The drawing provides a glimpse into the art of fencing and the importance of combat skills in the era of chivalry.