Study of battles on horseback
- Artist
- Leonardo da Vinci
- Date
- c.1504 ; Florence , Italy
- Style
- High renaissance
- Genre
- Sketch and study
- Location
- Uffizi Gallery
"Study of battles on horseback" is a dynamic sketch and study attributed to Leonardo da Vinci, showcasing the intense energy of High renaissance art. Typically executed with ink on paper, this work captures a fierce battle scene featuring men atop warhorses engaged in struggle over a standard, reminiscent of da Vinci’s famous Battle of Anghiari. This study exemplifies da Vinci's mastery in anatomy and movement, serving as a vital preparatory piece for a larger composition.
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