The Standard Bearer, Turned to Left
1587
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1587
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This engraving shows a man in fancy clothes holding a flagpole with a flag. His outfit is detailed with ruffled collars and patterned fabric. The background has a small town and people walking around. The flag he carries has a coat of arms on it, which was often used to show family or group symbols. The artist used lines to create shadows and textures, making the clothes look three-dimensional. Next, look up engraving to see how artists like this one made prints.
