German army officer with axe and breeches
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German army officer with axe and breeches
German army officer with axe and breeches, and a countess of Holland and Zeeland in a veil.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Robert von Spalarts Historical Picture of the Costumes of the Principal People of Antiquity and of the Middle Ages (1796)
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Breeches Countess Holland Principal Spalart Veil Zeeland
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In this intriguing handcolored copperplate engraving from Robert von Spalart's "Historical Picture of the Costumes of the Principal People of Antiquity and of the Middle Ages," published in 1796, we find ourselves transported back to the 16th century, where two distinct figures come together in an intriguing tableau. On the left, a German army officer stands proudly, his muscular form clad in the traditional uniform of the time: a short, fitted jacket, or "breeches," and a tall, peaked hat. In his hand, he wields a menacing axe, its sharp edge glinting ominously in the light. On the right, a countess of Holland and Zeeland, her regal bearing evident beneath her voluminous veil, gazes out at the viewer with a calm, composed expression. Her elegant attire, with its flowing gown and ornate headdress, stands in stark contrast to the soldier's militaristic appearance. This striking juxtaposition of power and grace, of war and peace, is a testament to the complexities of the world of the past. The intricate details of the engraving, from the delicate folds of the countess's veil to the precise lines of the officer's uniform, serve to bring this historical moment to life, allowing us to glimpse the rich tapestry of the 16th century and the people who inhabited it. Robert von Spalart's "Historical Picture of the Costumes of the Principal People of Antiquity and of the Middle Ages" was a groundbreaking work, one that sought to document the fashion and customs of the past in a way that was both accurate and visually stunning. This particular image, with its evocative depiction of a German army officer and a countess of Holland and Zeeland, remains a captivating reminder of the depth and complexity of history.
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