Løbende kriger med bue og trompet 1585 - 1640

Philipp Uffenbach created this small print, "Running Warrior with Bow and Trumpet," which now resides in the Statens Museum for Kunst. The print offers a glimpse into the intersection of classical and military themes prevalent in the late 16th century. We see a figure adorned with symbols of war and intellect—a crossbow, a trumpet, and an owl. The warrior strides forward, a dynamic figure amidst the chaos of conflict, while being grounded with the image of a goat. It is interesting to consider how this work presents a certain masculine ideal, linking strength with wisdom. What does it mean to portray a warrior not just as a figure of brute force, but as one who also embodies knowledge and strategic thinking? The print invites us to reflect on the complexities of identity and representation in a time of great social and political change. How are we to reconcile these virtues within a single figure, and what does that tell us about the values of the time?