Object number1864.2.169

Soldier with Lance and Shield

Datec. 1656-1657

Artist P. Green (Unknown)

after Salvator Rosa (Italian, 1617-1673)

CultureItalian

MediumEtching, printed later

DimensionsImage: 5 1/2 x 3 9/16 in. (14 x 9 cm)
Sheet: 8 9/16 x 6 15/16 in. (21.8 x 17.6 cm)

Credit LineGift of Matthew Vassar

On View

Not on view

Period17th c

Classification(s)

SignedOn recto within plate, signed lower right corner: P. Green

InscribedOn recto within plate, by artist, lower right: Sc; lower left: Sal Rosa

ProvenanceCollections: Elias Magoon
DescriptionDepiction of a standing warrior holding a long staff, to left, and a shield, to right, turning their face to the right as wind whips through their hair. They wear a short sleeved garment with breeches and sandals.

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