Kunz von der Rosen, kejser Maximilians hofnar 1515

This etching by Daniel Hopfer, dating back to 1515, portrays Kunz von der Rosen, a notorious jester and a prominent figure in the court of Holy Roman Emperor Maximilian I. The artwork, housed in the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, is a striking example of the detailed and expressive style of the German Renaissance. Hopfer's meticulous use of line and shadow captures the jester's distinct appearance - his long beard, distinctive attire, and the crossbow he holds, referencing his humorous and often mischievous personality. The etching, through its realistic depiction, offers viewers a glimpse into the life of a celebrated court figure during the time of Maximilian I.