Staande lansknecht in Bourgondisch kostuum, van voren 1833 - 1910

This watercolor by Dutch artist Jan Gerard Smits (1823-1910) depicts a standing Landsknecht, a type of German mercenary soldier, dressed in a Burgundian costume. The work dates from between 1833 and 1910 and captures the figure in a static pose, his detailed costume emphasized by the artist's meticulous brushstrokes. The work highlights Smits' interest in historical costume, a popular subject matter in Dutch art of the 19th century. This small-scale drawing, measuring only 233 mm by 147 mm, is a testament to Smits' technical skill and historical accuracy.