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Soldier pouring powder into the barrel of his musket
From the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Free to download, adapt and use — no permission needed.
About this work
A soldier, full-length, facing right, holding a matchlock musket (a specific type of firearm) with his left hand at his left thigh. With his right hand, he pours powder from a powder horn into the barrel, which is angled upwards. This print is part of the series of 42 numbered prints of matchlock musketeers from the Wapenhandelinghe.
Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam’s own descriptionSubjects
Credit lineSoldaat die kruit in de loop van zijn roer giet. 1597 - 1607. Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Public domain.
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