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Soldier placing his musket on his shoulder with his right hand
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, placing a matchlock musket (a specific type of firearm) on his left shoulder with his right hand, barrel pointing upwards. In his outstretched left hand, he holds a burning match — the smoke is not yet depicted in this first state. 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 zijn roer met zijn rechterhand op zijn schouder legt. 1597 - 1607. Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Public domain.
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