Foot Combat with Halberds c. 1512 - 1515

"Foot Combat with Halberds" is an anonymous drawing from the early 16th century. This delicate drawing in pen and ink with watercolor depicts two armored knights, or perhaps foot soldiers, locked in combat while standing atop two halberds. The drawing's delicate lines and use of watercolor provide a sense of movement and action that is reminiscent of the medieval combat it portrays. While the artist remains unidentified, the drawing provides a glimpse into the medieval tradition of combat instruction, demonstrating the practical and martial applications of the halberd.