Parading Knights in Oriental Costume

Deutsche Grafik der Dürerzeit, hacia 1512–1515

This is a painting of a procession in a court setting. The image depicts a group of figures dressed in elaborate costumes, marching in formation. Their outfits suggest a ceremonial context, characterized by detailed patterns and embellishments, notably gold-toned tunics paired with metallic armor. The central figure is holding a staff, indicating a role of significance or authority. In the background, several figures in fine attire sit as spectators, observing the parade. These spectators are depicted with varied colored gowns and turbans, seated under a patterned canopy-like structure.
Artista
Deutsche Grafik der Dürerzeit
Fecha
hacia 1512–1515
Tipo
Dibujo
Técnica
pen and brown ink with watercolor on laid paper
Medidas
23,5 × 23,5 cm
Colección
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licencia
Dominio público, CC0

Descripción de la imagen

This is a painting of a procession in a court setting. The image depicts a group of figures dressed in elaborate costumes, marching in formation. Their outfits suggest a ceremonial context, characterized by detailed patterns and embellishments, notably gold-toned tunics paired with metallic armor. The central figure is holding a staff, indicating a role of significance or authority. In the background, several figures in fine attire sit as spectators, observing the parade. These spectators are depicted with varied colored gowns and turbans, seated under a patterned canopy-like structure.

Deutsche Grafik der Dürerzeit