Author: Gheyn, Jacques de II (1565-1629)
Title: [Original engraving/gravure by Jacques de Gheyn II] The soldier advancing the pike by transferring his right hand to its foot. (Set title: Wapenhandelinghe van Roers Mvsquetten ende spiessen... also known as 'The exercise of Arms').
Description: Plate nr. 23 of the set of the 'Lansquenets'. Numbered on the bottom right, '23'. Watermark with a vase of flower. Engraving on hand laid paper; plate mark: 256 x 185 mm, total: 293 x 219 mm; state III/3; slightly rubbed on the corners, otherwise, in great condition; tiny hole within plate on the bottom left and another small one outside the plate. On verso traces of previous mounting. New Hollstein 448. Published in The Hague in 1608.

Keywords: Maritime & Military|Weapons