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Leonardo da Vinci (1452-1519)
A battle scene with men, horses and elephants c.1517-18
Red and black chalks on pale red prepared paper | 14.8 x 20.6 cm (sheet of paper) | RCIN 912332
Leonardo da Vinci (1452-1519)
A battle scene with men, horses and elephants c.1517-18
Leonardo da Vinci (1452-1519)
A battle scene with men, horses and elephants c.1517-18
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A drawing of a tumultuous battle; above this, on a larger scale, are three gigantic animals; one has on it's back a howdah full of soldiers bearing banners. In additon there are more horses in violent motion, and figures running to the left, with bombards exploding above them.
Provenance
Bequeathed to Francesco Melzi; from whose heirs purchased by Pompeo Leoni, c.1582-90; Thomas Howard, 14th Earl of Arundel, by 1630; Probably acquired by Charles II; Royal Collection by 1690
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Medium and techniques
Red and black chalks on pale red prepared paper
Measurements
14.8 x 20.6 cm (sheet of paper)
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