A Standard Bearer 1534

"A Standard Bearer" is a pen and ink drawing on prepared paper created by an anonymous artist in 1534. This small-scale artwork, now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, depicts a soldier in full armor, holding a large standard. The soldier's detailed armor and the flowing fabric of the banner suggest a strong sense of movement and energy. The artist's meticulous detail in the soldier's features, armor, and the standard itself demonstrates the skilled craftsmanship of the period. While the artist remains unknown, this piece is an excellent example of the high quality of drawing in the 16th century, and it offers a glimpse into the visual culture of that era.