Stående soldat (akinci), profil mod h.; i h. hånd en stridskølle, i v. hånd en lanse, hvis top er uden for øvre indramningslinje; på v. arm et skjold med indersiden vendt opad, ved v. side et sværd 1576
melchiorlorck1
statensmuseumforkunst
print, woodcut
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"Stående soldat (akinci)" is a woodcut by the German artist Melchior Lorck created in 1576. The work portrays a standing soldier from the Ottoman Empire, known as an "akinci," who was a light cavalryman. The soldier is depicted in profile, holding a mace and a lance, with a shield hanging on his left arm. The composition highlights the soldier’s ornate attire and weaponry, capturing the detailed aesthetic of the time. This artwork provides a glimpse into the visual culture of the late Renaissance period, showcasing the detailed observations and depictions of foreign cultures.
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