Infantry Skirmish 1681 - 1737

"Infantry Skirmish" is a 17th century painting by Georg Philipp Rugendas depicting a chaotic battle scene. This oil painting, currently on display at the Statens Museum for Kunst, illustrates the intensity and disorder of a skirmish with a dynamic composition and dramatic use of light and shadow. The detailed depiction of the soldiers and their weaponry provides a glimpse into the realities of 17th century warfare, capturing the artist's interest in military subjects. Rugendas, a prominent Baroque painter, was known for his skill in depicting scenes of battle and everyday life, using realism and dynamic brushwork.