Twee Germaanse krijgers, figura VI 1614 - 1616

This etching by Nicolaes van Geelkercken, dated 1614-1616, portrays two Germanic warriors, one with a feathered helmet and a shield, the other holding a spear. The detailed rendering of the figures and their armor, along with the dramatic composition, highlights the artist's skill in capturing the spirit of ancient warfare. "Twee Germaanse krijgers, figura VI" is part of a series of engravings depicting scenes from the Roman historian Tacitus' "Germania," which reflects the growing interest in classical antiquity during the Renaissance era. The etching is currently housed at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.