The Judgment of Paris

Lucas Cranach der Ältere, 1508

This is a drawing of a medieval scene in a forest setting. The scene is detailed with forest foliage on top. There are armors and figures gathered under the trees. A knight in armor is seated or reclining with armor pieces nearby. Three figures are nearby, possibly interacting with the knight. A horse, also in armor, stands near the knight. Two shields hang from a tree branch. In the background, there are ancient buildings and a mountainous landscape. Birds fly in the sky. The drawing is intricate with fine lines, resembling a woodcut or engraving.
Artist
Lucas Cranach der Ältere
Date
1508
Type
Print
Medium
woodcut
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

This is a drawing of a medieval scene in a forest setting. The scene is detailed with forest foliage on top. There are armors and figures gathered under the trees. A knight in armor is seated or reclining with armor pieces nearby. Three figures are nearby, possibly interacting with the knight. A horse, also in armor, stands near the knight. Two shields hang from a tree branch. In the background, there are ancient buildings and a mountainous landscape. Birds fly in the sky. The drawing is intricate with fine lines, resembling a woodcut or engraving.

Lucas Cranach der Ältere