Art Rec: "His Lord's Colors" and "Flight to Greyhurst"

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Title: His Lord's Colors and Flight to Greyhurst
Artist: khorazir
Pairing: Sherlock/John
Rating: G
Warnings: none
Verse: Sherlock BBC
Author's summary: Both are inspired by Antietamfall's brilliant 14th century AU Song of the Dauntless Knight. I devoured this story for the setting and the good research (first time an author describes the gait of a palfrey correctly), and the way the Sherlock characters fit into the medieval setting. Also an excuse to draw the boys on horseback, and medieval armour and stuff :D.

Reccer's comments: I've paired these two fanfic illustrations because they are for the same fic and because I adore both. "His Lord's Colors" is framed in a striking way to show off the importance of John's seemingly subtle gesture, caressing the favor given to him. Onlookers think it is from a high-born lady-love, but some of you might guess that someone else lent him this precious item. The pencilwork in this is fantastic! Khorazir beautifully brings out the light striking John's armor and the reflection of the colors of the tunic he wears into the joust.

The "Flight to Greyhurst" depicts Sherlock and John's escape from their enemies on the back of a destrier [a type of war horse] to Mycroft's estate. John has been injured, so Sherlock steadies him as they ride. The horse, its accoutrements, and the mens' clothing are all lovingly detailed. Again the framing feels cinematic, implying the dynamic motion of the horse, as well as capturing John's complete trust in Sherlock and Sherlock's protectiveness.