Vrijstaand grafmonument voor een veldheer 1563

This 1563 engraving by Johannes or Lucas van Doetechum, titled "Vrijstaand grafmonument voor een veldheer," depicts a freestanding sepulcher for a military leader. The design showcases a complex, multi-tiered structure adorned with ornate detailing. The effigy of the deceased, resting on a raised platform, is flanked by heraldic shields and supported by figures at the base. This intricate artwork reflects the artistic sensibilities of the 16th century, specifically in its emphasis on grandeur and meticulous craftsmanship. The drawing likely served as a design proposal for a monumental tomb, demonstrating the prominence of funerary architecture in Renaissance art.