Hest, profil mod h; på dens synlige side hænger to keramiske beholdere; foran hesten en kvadratisk brønd med spids tag, bag hesten en borg med tinder og kupler, omgivet af en cirkulær, vandfyldt grav 1582

This print of a horse, made by Melchior Lorck in the late 16th century, gives us more than just an image; it tells a story of labor and logistics. The printmaking process itself, likely engraving or etching, involved skilled labor and meticulous work, cutting lines into a metal plate to hold ink. Note how the material of the print, paper, contrasts with the scene depicted. The horse, burdened with ceramic containers, is a beast of burden, a key part of the period's transport system. Lorck hasn't romanticized it. Instead, the horse seems to be caught in its daily routine. The contrast between the horse's labor and the fortified castle in the background is striking. This juxtaposition invites us to consider social inequalities, reminding us that wealth and power are often built on the backs of working beings. This image isn’t just a depiction, it's a reminder of the labor, materials, and social structures that shape our world.