Soldier disconnecting his fuse from the cock of his helm (no. 13), c. 1600, A soldier, full-length, to the right, holding a helm (a particular type of firearm) with his left hand (no. 13), c. 1600. With his right hand, he disengages the burning fuse that rests on the cock (part of the ignition mechanism) of his helm. Plate 13 in the instructions for handling the rudder. Part of the illustrations in: J. de Gheyn, Wapenhandelinghe van Roers Musquetten ende spiessen, Amsterdam, 1608. Martial art circa 1600., print maker: Jacob de Gheyn (II) (workshop of), intermediary draughtsman: Jacob de Gheyn

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