Fight with Amazons 1587 - 1680

canvas

gouache

abstract painting

possibly oil pastel

handmade artwork painting

oil painting

canvas

acrylic on canvas

underpainting

painting painterly

watercolour illustration

watercolor

"Fight with Amazons" (1587-1680) is a painting by Flemish artist Hans Jordaens (1553-1630), housed at the Statens Museum for Kunst in Copenhagen. This dynamic scene depicts a fierce battle between Roman soldiers and the Amazonian women warriors, known for their strength and courage. The chaotic composition, filled with figures in motion, conveys the intensity of the fight. Jordaens' signature use of vibrant colors and dramatic lighting adds to the visual impact of the piece, highlighting the drama and energy of the moment.