Ontwerp voor een standbeeld: Dapperheid, 1799 1799

This 1799 drawing by Dutch sculptor Bartholomeus Ziesenis is a design for a statue of a hero. The design features a muscular man in Roman armor, wielding a sword and standing on a pedestal. The hero's pose and weaponry emphasize strength and bravery, likely representing the courage of a warrior. Ziesenis was active in the late 18th and early 19th centuries and is known for his neoclassical sculptures. This drawing provides a glimpse into his artistic process and his interest in classical themes.