Fanebæreren 1595

"Fanebæreren" (The Standard-Bearer) is an engraving from 1595 by an anonymous artist. The artwork, held at the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, depicts a man in elaborate 16th century attire, holding a standard and walking confidently towards the viewer. The intricate details of the man's clothing, the standard, and the background landscape are testament to the artist's skill in capturing the nuances of the era. This engraving serves as a glimpse into the fashion and societal norms of the late Renaissance period, providing a visual representation of a standard-bearer, a figure often associated with military and political power.