De exercitie met schild en spies: de soldaat trekt zijn arm uit de riem van het schild (nr. 25), 1618 1616 - 1618

This engraving, "De exercitie met schild en spies: de soldaat trekt zijn arm uit de riem van het schild (nr. 25)," created between 1616 and 1618 by Dutch artist Adam van Breen, depicts a soldier in full armor. The soldier is shown standing with his left hand on his shield while his right arm is extended, likely holding a spear. The intricate details of the armor and the soldier's pose demonstrate van Breen's skill in capturing the realism of military training and weaponry. This etching is a part of a series that likely aimed to document military exercises and practices of the time. The detailed depiction of armor, weaponry, and the soldier's posture offer valuable insights into the historical context of 17th-century military practices.