Three German Soldiers Armed with Halberds c. 1510

"Three German Soldiers Armed with Halberds" is a 16th-century etching by Daniel Hopfer, a leading figure in the development of the printmaking technique. The artwork depicts three soldiers, all armed with halberds, standing in a landscape setting. Hopfer's use of fine lines and hatching gives the soldiers a sense of solidity and detail. The etching style emphasizes the crispness and sharpness of the halberds, armor, and other details. This print is a testament to the artist's skill and demonstrates the evolution of printmaking in the early 16th century.