Ferdinand Piloty (1786–1844). "Soldaten beim Würfelspiel" [Soldiers Playing Dice]. Lithograph based on a work by the Dutch painter Govert Teuniszoon Flinck (1615–1660). Piloty was a prominent German lithographer and painter, considered one of the pioneers and masters of lithography in its early stages. Lithograph published by Joseph Selb, 19th century (ca. 1820–21). Sheet size: approx. 39.5 x 52 cm. In very good condition, with shading around the perimeter of the lithograph and a small damp stain in the lower right corner. The lithography is extraordinary ... The "professional" use of dice in warfare began with the Kriegsspiel ("war game"), introduced into the Prussian army in 1824. It was a playful historical simulation tool for military training and to illustrate the role of chance and uncertainty in combat. Because no commander could accurately predict the weather, the behavior of his soldiers, or that of the enemy... __________________________________ Professional packaging with all security measures. Fast shipping with UPS, CORREOS or SEUR (mainly with these companies) and with a permanent tracking number. Although it does not appear in the description, combined shipping is possible, adjusting the price of shipping and returning the remaining amount. Important: we pay taxes. If you wish to send an invoice, please tell us so that we can include it in the package. Thanks. _______________________________________________ @@@@@@@@@ We are professionals in the sale of works of art: graphic works, paintings, sculptures, artist books, rare and antique books, manuscripts and photography. Unique hand-made montages of our own works. We treat each work of art with care and handle it as it deserves to offer the collector total satis-faction in their acquisition. We are also Restoration professionals, mainly in ancient work (Painting and Sculpture), providing detailed reports of all our interventions and respecting the history of all the restored pieces. laartigua l´Art / We love art.