The artwork, entitled “Otto of the Silver Hand 31,” is a creation by artist Howard Pyle, a prominent figure in the Romanticism art movement. The piece falls under the genre of illustration.
In the artwork, two figures are depicted on a cobblestone surface, seemingly in a moment of action or tension. One figure, clad in a long tunic and wearing a helmet, appears to be reaching with one hand while the other touches the shoulder of the second figure. The second figure is dressed in a textured tunic and appears to be holding a spear. The background reveals a dark, starry night sky with some architectural elements faintly visible. The nuanced use of lines and shading accentuates the dramatic atmosphere typical of the Romanticism movement. The initials “HP” can be seen at the bottom right corner, denoting Howard Pyle’s signature.