De exercitie met schild en spies: de soldaat brengt in drie tijden de spies in positie, derde beweging met de spies recht vooruit (nr. 9), 1618 1616 - 1618

This detailed illustration, one of a series by Adam van Breen, depicts a soldier in full armor executing a specific maneuver with a spear and shield. The artwork, part of a larger instructional manual, meticulously captures the third stage of the maneuver, with the spear held straight out in front of the soldier. Van Breen's detailed and dynamic depiction of the soldier's pose offers a glimpse into the training techniques of the 17th century and provides valuable insights into the techniques of fencing with a spear and shield.