Stående soldat, frontalt set, hovedet vendt mod h.; han bærer bue over sin v. arm, pilekogger på ryggen og sværd ved sin v. side; han strækker koket sin h. arm bagud; i baggr. t.h. og t.v. to fæstningslignende bygninger 1576
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print, woodcut
toned paper
light pencil work
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"Stående soldat, frontalt set, hovedet vendt mod h.; han bærer bue over sin v. arm, pilekogger på ryggen og sværd ved sin v. side; han strækker koket sin h. arm bagud; i baggr. t.h. og t.v. to fæstningslignende bygninger" is a 1576 woodcut by Danish artist Melchior Lorck. The detailed artwork depicts a standing soldier in profile, showcasing his weaponry and attire. He is positioned against a backdrop of two fortress-like buildings, which further enhance the sense of military might and historical context. Lorck, known for his meticulous depictions, captures the soldier's posture and equipment with remarkable precision, offering a glimpse into the military traditions of the time.
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