Soldaat zit aan tafel met wapenrusting en leest boek 1840 - 1876

This etching, *Soldaat zit aan tafel met wapenrusting en leest boek*, by Dutch artist Jan Bikkers (1830-1876), depicts a soldier seated at a table, surrounded by his armor, reading a book. The dark, shadowy setting and the soldier's contemplative expression suggest a sense of solitude and introspection, perhaps reflecting on the realities of war and the peace of quiet moments. The etching's small size, measuring 120mm by 137mm, emphasizes the intimate nature of the scene.