Spaanse ruiter met geweer 1577

Abraham de Bruyn’s 1577 engraving, "Spaanse ruiter met geweer," depicts a Spanish horseman armed with a musket. The detailed etching highlights the rider's ornate attire and elaborate feathered helmet, showcasing the lavishness of 16th-century Spanish military fashion. The image, part of a series illustrating various European military figures, offers a glimpse into the weaponry and customs of the era, serving as a visual record of a historical moment. The artwork’s small size, at 141 mm x 113 mm, exemplifies the miniature art form popular during the Renaissance.