Drie boogschutters te paard 1526
janswartvangroningen
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"Drie boogschutters te paard" (Three archers on horseback) is a 1526 etching by Jan Swart van Groningen (1490-1553), a Dutch Renaissance artist. The print depicts three archers, all wearing turbans, riding on a single horse. This image represents the Ottoman threat during the 16th century. The detailed depiction of the archers' clothing and equipment gives a glimpse into the cultural differences between Europe and the Ottoman Empire, with Swart's artistic style focusing on precise detail and intricate lines. This print is housed in the Rijksmuseum and measures 333 mm in height and 258 mm in width.
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