The artwork, titled “The Fight with Sir Marhalt, from ‘The Story of Tristan and Isolde’,” is a vitrage piece created by the artist Dante Gabriel Rossetti. It belongs to the Romanticism art movement and is classified under the genre of literary painting. This artwork is currently housed at the Bradford Museums and Galleries in Bradford, UK.
In the artwork, a vivid scene is depicted, capturing the intense struggle between Sir Tristan and Sir Marhalt. Sir Tristan, draped in green and wearing chainmail, grips his sword strongly against Sir Marhalt, who is armored in metallic and yellow hues. The combatants are set against a backdrop of lush green foliage, emphasizing the medieval nature and atmosphere of the tale. Sir Marhalt, shown with a weary expression, lies on the ground, injured and defeated, while a noble horse, adorned with regal trappings and displaying a fierce yet graceful demeanor, stands by, watching the duel. The bottom of the artwork features an inscription recounting the legendary battle, adding to the narrative quality and historical depth of this literary painting.
