A Standard-Bearer Flanked by a Lansquenet at each side (copy) 1500 - 1540

"A Standard-Bearer Flanked by a Lansquenet at each side" is a woodcut by German artist Hans Schäufelein, created sometime between 1500 and 1540. The print depicts a standard-bearer, carrying a flag, accompanied by two soldiers, known as lansquenets. The lansquenets are armed with swords and shields. Schäufelein's attention to detail is evident in the intricate designs of their armor and weapons. The dynamic poses and the intricate hatching technique create a sense of movement and realism. The piece is part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection in New York City.