Five Lansquenets And An Oriental On Horseback 1495

Albrecht Dürer's "Five Lansquenets And An Oriental On Horseback" (1495) is a detailed engraving featuring six figures. The lansquenets are German mercenary soldiers, depicted in the foreground with a variety of weapons and armor. The "oriental" figure, riding a horse, is likely based on a Turkish or other foreign soldier, as was common in European art of the time. Dürer's use of light and shadow, as well as precise anatomical detail, characterizes his early engravings, providing an intimate look at the world around him. The artwork is a testament to Dürer's keen eye for observation and his mastery of the engraving technique.