Elephants at War (litho) (b / w photo)
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Elephants at War (litho) (b / w photo)
XJF272221 Elephants at War (litho) (b/w photo) by Hameel, Alart du (c.1449-1507); Private Collection; Netherlandish, out of copyright
Media ID 12784065
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Arrows Banners Elephant Fantastical Helmets Ladders Trampling Unicorn War Elephants
Elephants at War - A Glimpse into a Fantastical Medieval Battle
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This black and white lithograph, titled "Elephants at War" transports us back to an era of mythical battles and legendary creatures. Created by the talented Netherlandish artist Alart du Hameel in the late 15th century, this print captures the intensity and chaos of a medieval conflict. In this extraordinary scene, majestic war elephants dominate the foreground, their colossal frames trampling over fallen soldiers and wounded victims. Banners flutter in the wind as ladders are used to scale these towering beasts. The landscape is transformed into a battlefield, with arrows flying through the air and helmets scattered across the ground. The fantastical element is heightened by the presence of a unicorn amidst the chaos—a symbol of purity juxtaposed against scenes of violence. The army's troops fight valiantly against their adversaries, but casualties are evident as injured soldiers lie strewn across the field while others tend to their fallen comrades. Du Hameel's meticulous attention to detail brings this epic battle to life on paper. Every stroke reveals his mastery in capturing movement and emotion within each character depicted. This powerful image serves as a reminder of humanity's enduring fascination with warfare throughout history. It invites us to reflect on both our destructive tendencies and our capacity for bravery in times of conflict.
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