CC 005 Spanish halberdier

The miniature intricately depicts a Landsknecht halberdier, clad in the distinctive slashed attire typical of his time. He wears a half-armor providing some protection, paired with an imposing closed helmet safeguarding his head. Firmly gripping a halberd, a formidable polearm, he stands ready to halt the charge of the French cavalry in the Battle of Pavia.

The scene captures the essence of the confrontation, with the halberdier assuming a brave and determined stance against the onslaught of the French horsemen. The halberd, with its sharp blade and piercing point, stands as a formidable defense against the force of the enemy cavalry.

The detailed attire and the halberdier's posture convey the discipline and determination characteristic of the Landsknechts, German mercenaries who played a key role in the Italian Wars. The miniature immortalizes this specific moment from the Battle of Pavia, highlighting the bravery and tactical skill of these warriors in the midst of the tumultuous conflict.