XXIX Terret et trepidat 1614

"XXIX Terret et trepidat" is an engraving by Roemer Visscher, dating back to 1614. The piece depicts a landsknecht, a type of German mercenary, walking with a gun, sword and dagger. He is looking over his shoulder with fear in his eyes, as a dog runs by at his feet. This print is part of a larger series of engravings known as the "Sinnepoppen" (Thought Figures) which use symbolic imagery to portray moral lessons. This particular print demonstrates the idea of a person fearing the unknown while also neglecting his own safety.