Drill Ground 1667

Editor: This print, "Drill Ground" by Matthäus Küsel, shows a military encampment. The detail is incredible! What strikes me is the figure in the clouds. What can you tell me about its significance? Curator: Well, figures like that often represented authority, divine power, or even propaganda. Consider how the artist uses this imagery to elevate the status of military power. How does this placement affect your understanding of the scene below? Editor: I see what you mean. It's like the army has heavenly approval. Thanks, that gives me a lot to think about. Curator: Exactly. Thinking about the social and political context really unlocks the meaning.