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The figure is depicted in the height of late 16th-century military fashion, featuring an intricate patterned doublet, a large ruff collar, and a feathered cap. He holds a massive silk banner that twists and folds through the air, demonstrating the engraver's skill in capturing fluid movement. In the lower right background, a small company of pikemen marches through a hilly landscape.

This print is a characteristic example of Haarlem Mannerism, a style that prioritized artifice, exaggerated elegance, and technical virtuosity. It reflects the social prestige of the 'vaandrig' (ensign) in the Dutch Republic, a role often filled by wealthy young men and symbolizing the defense of civic liberty.