Standing Officer Holding a Lance 1755 - 1771

"Standing Officer Holding a Lance" is an etching by Philippe Jacques de Loutherbourg, a prominent painter and printmaker. The artwork, dated between 1755 and 1771, features a fully armored officer standing in a dramatic pose with a lance and sword. His imposing figure is set against a detailed background of rocky terrain. The officer's stance and equipment suggest a moment of action or readiness, emphasizing the military themes common in Loutherbourg's oeuvre. This etching, part of a larger series, showcases Loutherbourg's skillful depiction of detail and light, contributing to the overall sense of realism and theatricality of the scene. The work is currently part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection in New York City.