Soldaat kijkend naar de grond c. 1656 - 1657

"Soldaat Kijkend naar de Grond" (c. 1656-1657) is an etching by the Italian Baroque painter Salvator Rosa. The artwork depicts a standing soldier, his gaze cast downwards, holding a staff with his left hand. He is clad in armor, the details of which are rendered with meticulous precision. The background is a simple yet effective landscape, emphasizing the figure’s solidity. This etching showcases Rosa’s mastery of depicting the human form in a dramatic and expressive manner, characteristics of his distinctive style. The work is currently housed at the Rijksmuseum.