Bas-reliëf met een soldaat en een vrouw 1636 - 1647

This bas-relief, created by Dutch artist Reinier van Persijn between 1636 and 1647, depicts a soldier and a woman in a classical setting. The soldier, clad in armor, stands next to a pillar and holds a spear, while the woman draped in a flowing garment extends her hand towards him. The artwork, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a fine example of van Persijn's skill in depicting figures in relief, showcasing his mastery of the human form and composition. The small dimensions of the piece, 240 mm x 221 mm, make it an intimate and detailed study of the human condition.