Drawing of Two Medieval Swords
19th century
Medium
Paper, ink, graphite
Dimensions
21 1/8 x 15 9/16 in. (53.6 x 39.6 cm)
Classification
Works on Paper-Drawings
Culture
Spanish
Department
Arms and Armor
Museum
Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY
Credit
Bashford Dean Memorial Collection, Bequest of Bashford Dean, 1928
Accession Number
29.150.158
Tags
Art Historical Context
In the Arms and Armor Department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Fortuny y Marsal *Drawing of Two Medieval* (19th century) captivates with its precise rendering of historical weaponry. Created on paper using ink and graphite, this work measures 21 1/8 x 15 9/16 inches and exemplifies Fortuny's mastery as a Spanish Realist artist renowned for his meticulous draftsmanship. Though best known for vibrant genre scenes and Orientalist paintings, Fortuny frequently produced detailed studies like this, blending technical accuracy with artistic flair. The drawing showcases two medieval swords, thei...