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Two knights in armour leave a castle to head to a tournament
Two knights in armour leave a castle to head to a tournament. Sir Ethelbert and Alan make their farewells to Adelaide and the Baron. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after an illustration by Thomas Rowlandson from The Tournament, or Days of Chivalry, William Sams, London, 1823
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Two Knights in Armour Depart for a Medieval Tournament: A Scene of Chivalry and Courage from Thomas Rowlandson's The Tournament, or Days of Chivalry In this handcoloured copperplate engraving, we witness the departure of two gallant knights, Sir Ethelbert and Alan, from their castle as they set off to participate in a grand medieval tournament. The knights, dressed in intricately designed suits of armour, bid their farewells to Lady Adelaide and the Baron, who stand on the castle balcony, waving and offering blessings for their safe return. The knights' faithful steeds, ready and eager, are tethered nearby, their sleek coats glistening in the sunlight. The road leading out of the castle gates winds up a mountainous terrain, signifying the challenges and trials that the knights will face on their journey. The sky above is clear, but a storm brews ominously in the distance, hinting at the unpredictable nature of the tournament and the risks that come with it. Thomas Rowlandson, a renowned English caricaturist and satirist, masterfully captures the essence of the medieval era in this illustration. The intricate details of the knights' armour, the heraldry on their shields, and the comical expressions of the bystanders add a touch of humor and comedy to this otherwise serious scene. The overall effect is a vivid and engaging portrayal of the days of chivalry, a time when courage, honor, and loyalty were the guiding principles of the noble knight.
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