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Soldier carrying his musket on his shoulder (no. 33), ca. 1600
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Soldier carrying his musket on his shoulder (no. 33), ca. 1600

1597 - 1607 · engraving; paper

From the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Free to download, adapt and use — no permission needed.

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A soldier, full-length, facing right, with a musket (a specific type of firearm) resting on his left shoulder. In his left hand, besides the butt of the musket, a lit match (no. 33), ca. 1600. This is the same position as the one shown on the first print of the series. Plate 33 in the instructions for handling the musket. Part of the illustrations in: J. de Gheyn, Wapenhandelinghe van Roers Musquetten ende spiessen, Amsterdam, 1608. Military affairs around 1600.

Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam’s own description
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printMaurice (Prince of Orange)weaponsTachtigjarige Oorlog
Credit lineSoldaat die zijn roer op zijn schouder draagt (nr. 33), ca. 1600. 1597 - 1607. Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Public domain.
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