Italian Joust of Peace c. 1512 - 1515

"Italian Joust of Peace" is a watercolor drawing attributed to an anonymous artist and dated around 1512-1515. This drawing captures a moment of a jousting competition, a popular form of entertainment and military training in Renaissance Italy. The scene depicts two knights on horseback, engaged in a thrilling yet controlled clash. The artist's attention to detail in the knights' armor and the horses' stances adds a sense of realism to the depiction. This drawing, with its vivid colors and intricate details, provides a glimpse into the world of chivalry and spectacle that characterized the Italian Renaissance.