Study for the Equestrian Monument to Francesco Sforza by Antonio Pollaiuolo | saved.works

Study for the Equestrian Monument to Francesco Sforza by Antonio Pollaiuolo

Study for the Equestrian Monument to Francesco Sforza

Antonio Pollaiuolo

early to mid 1480s

Pen and brown ink, light and dark brown wash; outlines of the horse and rider pricked for transfer.

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

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A drawing depicts a man in armor on horseback, with the horse rearing over a fallen, nude figure. The composition is dynamic and focuses on the central figures.

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horse armor sword figure diagonal sweep dynamic composition central focus low-angle view equestrian battle study drawing

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