Why, my soul, are you downcast? Print

- 5.5” x 8” Print
- Frame NOT included
- Original drawn on black paper using white colored pencil and white gel pen 
- Printed on premium matte heavyweight paper 
This poignant scene captures a knight seated, hunched over in silent anguish, one gauntleted hand pressed to his head, the other resting limply by his side. His sword lies on the ground—unused, forgotten—a symbol of the battles he can no longer fight.
Shadow may fall around him, but it is the weight within that dominates. The posture conveys defeat, exhaustion, and heartbreak, as though every fight outside pales against the battle within. The gleam of metal contrasts sharply with the raw vulnerability of this moment, creating a striking tension between outward strength and inward sorrow.
This single print speaks to loss, grief, and the quiet devastation of heartbreak. Perfect for collectors drawn to emotionally resonant medieval art, it captures a moment of human fragility even in the armor of a warrior.