Krijgsman met speer gedood 1574

"Krijgsman met speer gedood" (Soldier killed with a spear) is a 1574 engraving by Christoffel van Sichem I. It depicts a dramatic scene of battle, with a fallen soldier on the ground surrounded by others in the throes of combat. The detailed and intricate lines of the engraving give the scene a sense of intensity and realism. The work is housed in the Rijksmuseum and stands as a testament to van Sichem's skill in capturing the violence and chaos of warfare. This 16th-century work exemplifies the Dutch Renaissance style, characterized by its attention to detail and emphasis on historical and biblical subjects.