Prints, Drawings and Watercolors from the Anne S.K. Brown Military Collection
This vast digital collection of military artwork from the 16th through 20th centuries, vividly documents all aspects of military and naval history, with emphasis on the history and illustration of world military and naval uniforms from the 17th century to the present. In addition to the material on military and naval dress, the collection contains thousands of battle and campaign scenes, portraits, caricatures, wartime posters, original photographs, material pertaining to military decorations and insignia, heraldic ornaments, armor, weaponry, equitation, flags, knightly orders, court and ceremonial dress, architecture, and the general history of costume.
One of a suite of 6 original watercolors signed and dated by R. Wymer showing Guards and uniforms. Officers, NCO, drummer and privates by large tent encampment at Pirbright Camp, Surrey in 1897 One of a suite of 6 original watercolors signed and dated by R. Wymer showing Guards and uniforms. Officers, NCO, drummer and privates by large tent encampment at Pirbright Camp, Surrey in 1897 Large oblong folio, matted; no margins; clean. Title supplied by cataloger. New York, F. Thomas Heller, 1958.
Color lithograph after Clayton; uniform group outdoors, showing piper in foreground, other soldiers in various dress nearby. Color lithograph after Clayton; uniform group outdoors, showing piper in foreground, other soldiers in various dress nearby. Upright folio, matted; margins intact; clean. London, Parker Gallery, 1960.
1st in pair of original gouache drawings signed by Challenor, dated '37; standing uniform figure of Highlander in kilt, with bagpipe. 1st in pair of original gouache drawings signed by Challenor, dated '37; standing uniform figure of Highlander in kilt, with bagpipe. Upright medium folio, matted; margins intact; clean. London, Foster Groom, 1950.
Original unsigned pastel and charcoal drawing on gray paper; full-length figure of piper in Highland uniform. Original unsigned pastel and charcoal drawing on gray paper; full-length figure of piper in Highland uniform. Large upright folio; creased, soiled. Title supplied by cataloger. N.Y., Rockman Prints, 1950.
Hand-colored engraving; standing figure of piper in kilt, outdoors, 2 small soldier figures near tents in left background. Hand-colored engraving; standing figure of piper in kilt, outdoors, 2 small soldier figures near tents in left background. Matted; plate mark, margins; creased, margins soiled. N.Y., Rockman Prints, 1953. Title supplied by cataloger
36th in collection of 66 original ink and watercolor drawings of uniform figures (semi-caricatures, not contemporary) by Brouillet; standing figure of Highlander in scarlet jacket, salmon kilt, playing bagpipe, facing right. 36th in collection of 66 original ink and watercolor drawings of uniform figures (semi-caricatures, not contemporary) by Brouillet; standing figure of Highlander in scarlet jacket, salmon kilt, playing bagpipe, facing right. Unbound; in red cloth case, red leather label st. gold "J. Brouillet. British and Egyptian troops in Egypt, 1798-1800"; clean.
2nd in pair of original gouache drawings signed by Challenor, dated 1938; full-length uniform figure of marching bagpiper, playing pipes. 2nd in pair of original gouache drawings signed by Challenor, dated 1938; full-length uniform figure of marching bagpiper, playing pipes. Upright medium folio, matted; margins intact; clean. London, Forster Groom, 1950.
20th in collection of 28 original unsigned ink and watercolor drawings of uniform figures, including some showing emigré regiments; 2 standing figures in light blue uniforms, with slung carbines. 20th in collection of 28 original unsigned ink and watercolor drawings of uniform figures, including some showing emigré regiments; 2 standing figures in light blue uniforms, with slung carbines. Mounted on folio paper, unbound; clean, in red cloth slipcase, white leather label stamped gold. Brussels, Delacre sale, 1961.
32nd in collection of 35 unsigned original watercolors of uniform figures; 2 pioneers working in trenches, 1 showing back view, holding shovel; both in navy blue jackets. 32nd in collection of 35 unsigned original watercolors of uniform figures; 2 pioneers working in trenches, 1 showing back view, holding shovel; both in navy blue jackets. Unbound; in 1/4 red leather and marble board portfolio stamped gold. Hamburg, Helmut Gerhard Schulz, 1957.
18th in collection of 29 hand-colored printed plates of single uniform figures of various regiments, after Scharf; pioneer in blue coat, scarlet trousers and waistcoat, outdoors. 18th in collection of 29 hand-colored printed plates of single uniform figures of various regiments, after Scharf; pioneer in blue coat, scarlet trousers and waistcoat, outdoors. Unbound; in blue cloth portfolio, red cloth cover label stamped gold "L. Scharf. Prussian uniforms, 1740-1. Original watercolors". Hamburg, Helmut Gerhard Schulz, 1952.
One of a collection of 12 (of ?) mounted uncolored lithograph plates (after Beck) of uniform figures or groups. Two figures standing next to mounted officer, boat on large wagon in background pulled by horses. One of a collection of 12 (of ?) mounted uncolored lithograph plates (after Beck) of uniform figures or groups. Two figures standing next to mounted officer, boat on large wagon in background pulled by horses. Unbound, yellowed; in green cloth portfolio stamped gold on cover "Sachsen Uniforms. Beck. c. 1880"; plate trimmed. Hamburg, Schulz, 1952.
46th in collection of 50 original watercolors, signed by Knötel; standing figure in gray-green uniform, rifle slung over shoulder, marching toward right. 46th in collection of 50 original watercolors, signed by Knötel; standing figure in gray-green uniform, rifle slung over shoulder, marching toward right. Small, unbound; in green cloth slipcase, red leather label st. gold; clean. Leichtenstein-Hauslab Collection, 1951.
15th in collection of 50 original watercolors, signed by Knötel; standing uniform figure of helmeted soldier, wearing flotation ring, holding paddle and rifle, facing right. 15th in collection of 50 original watercolors, signed by Knötel; standing uniform figure of helmeted soldier, wearing flotation ring, holding paddle and rifle, facing right. upright, unbound; in red cloth slipcase, red leather label stamped gold; clean. Berlin, Knötel, 1954.
One of a collection of 5 original watercolors by Graff, of which 3 are signed by the artist and 2 are dated 1938. Pionier (and Trommler von der Artillerie) 1809. One of a collection of 5 original watercolors by Graff, of which 3 are signed by the artist and 2 are dated 1938. Pionier (and Trommler von der Artillerie) 1809. Medium upright folio; margins; slightly soiled. Title supplied by cataloger. Munich, Wölfle, 1958.
1 of collection of 48 original unsigned watercolor drawings of uniform figures and insignia. A soldier in khaki uniform with sword and gun, walking. 1 of collection of 48 original unsigned watercolor drawings of uniform figures and insignia. A soldier in khaki uniform with sword and gun, walking. Small, unbound; clean; in blue cloth portfolio, red leather label st. gold "Misc. German Naval and Colonial Uniforms, c.1910". Berlin, Ordens-Sammlung, 1956.
Original unsigned watercolor; two standing figures, outdoors, showing front and rear of uniform. Original unsigned watercolor; two standing figures, outdoors, showing front and rear of uniform. Upright, mounted on board and matted; no margins; clean. Title supplied by cataloger London, Parker Gallery, 1965.
Original unsigned ink and watercolor drawing (by Torrens); standing figure in uniform and apron, with axe. Original unsigned ink and watercolor drawing (by Torrens); standing figure in uniform and apron, with axe. Upright folio, matted; margins; slightly soiled or stained. London, Parker Gallery Title provided by cataloger.
Original pencil drawing (by Adam); infantry pioneer marching with shovel over shoulder. Original pencil drawing (by Adam); infantry pioneer marching with shovel over shoulder. Small upright, matted; slightly yellowed. Title supplied by cataloger. Zurich, August Laube, 1953.
One of a collection of 7 original watercolors signed by Hoffmann of uniform groups. Officer on left looking at private standing at attention on right. One of a collection of 7 original watercolors signed by Hoffmann of uniform groups. Officer on left looking at private standing at attention on right. Small folio; unbound; yellowed; in blue cloth slipcase, cream leather label stamped gold. Title supplied by cataloger. Munich, Wölfle, '69.
Original oil painting, signed and dated by Day; soldier, seen from behind, walking through pine forest; 3 smaller figures (2 seated at left) in background. Original oil painting, signed and dated by Day; soldier, seen from behind, walking through pine forest; 3 smaller figures (2 seated at left) in background. Oblong folio, matted; no margins; clean.
Copper-engraving; jewelled helmet, with feathers, worn by Duke Charles of Burgundy at Battle of Grandsee in 1476. illustration of order or pendant in upper right corner. Copper-engraving; jewelled helmet, with feathers, worn by Duke Charles of Burgundy at Battle of Grandsee in 1476. illustration of order or pendant in upper right corner. Square medium folio; plate mark, margins slightly trimmed; clean. Leichtenstein-Hauslab Collection, 1951. Not contemporary
Etching; pikeman with grounded pike, pack on back, sword at side, smoking and taking glass of beer, 2 small figures of men arguing and fighting at table outside tavern in right background. Etching; pikeman with grounded pike, pack on back, sword at side, smoking and taking glass of beer, 2 small figures of men arguing and fighting at table outside tavern in right background. Upright; margins trimmed; clean. Title supplied by cataloger. Liechtenstein-Hauslab Collection, 1951.
One of a collection of 2 mounted sets, each of 7 engraved plates (after Goltzius) of Landesknecht types standing near or supporting blank escutcheons and crests, one set having ornamental strap-work borders. Illustration from 'Emblemata nobilitati et vulgo scitu digna. (Frankfurt: Dietrich de Bry, 1593) One of a collection of 2 mounted sets, each of 7 engraved plates (after Goltzius) of Landesknecht types standing near or supporting blank escutcheons and crests, one set having ornamental strap-work borders. Illustration from 'Emblemata nobilitati et vulgo scitu digna. (Frankfurt: Dietrich de Bry, 1593) Small folio, 3/4 red morocco stamped gold "H. Goltzius & T. de Bry - Wappenbuch - c. 1600". Liechtenstein-Hauslab Collection, 1951.
One of a collection of 2 mounted sets, each of 7 engraved plates (after Goltzius) of Landesknecht types standing near or supporting blank escutcheons and crests, one set having ornamental strap-work borders. Illustration from 'Emblemata nobilitati et vulgo scitu digna. (Frankfurt: Dietrich de Bry, 1593) One of a collection of 2 mounted sets, each of 7 engraved plates (after Goltzius) of Landesknecht types standing near or supporting blank escutcheons and crests, one set having ornamental strap-work borders. Illustration from 'Emblemata nobilitati et vulgo scitu digna. (Frankfurt: Dietrich de Bry, 1593) Small folio, 3/4 red morocco stamped gold "H. Goltzius & T. de Bry - Wappenbuch - c. 1600". Liechtenstein-Hauslab Collection, 1951.
One of a collection of 2 mounted sets, each of 7 engraved plates (after Goltzius) of Landesknecht types standing near or supporting blank escutcheons and crests, one set having ornamental strap-work borders. Pikeman standing holding pike. Illustration from 'Emblemata nobilitati et vulgo scitu digna. (Frankfurt: Dietrich de Bry, 1593) One of a collection of 2 mounted sets, each of 7 engraved plates (after Goltzius) of Landesknecht types standing near or supporting blank escutcheons and crests, one set having ornamental strap-work borders. Pikeman standing holding pike. Illustration from 'Emblemata nobilitati et vulgo scitu digna. (Frankfurt: Dietrich de Bry, 1593) Small folio, 3/4 red morocco stamped gold "H. Goltzius & T. de Bry - Wappenbuch - c. 1600". Liechtenstein-Hauslab Collection, 1951.
10th of 18 engravings of mostly military figures, from Wapenbuch; soldier wearing sword, right hand on hip, holding pike with point stuck in ground. 10th of 18 engravings of mostly military figures, from Wapenbuch; soldier wearing sword, right hand on hip, holding pike with point stuck in ground. Folio; most engravings yellowed or trimmed close. Leichtenstein-Hauslab Collection, 1951. title provided by cataloger
1st in suite of 7 original unsigned watercolors of uniform figures of 13th Foot (Somerset L.I.); 2 standing figures of pikeman and officer in scarlet uniforms. 1st in suite of 7 original unsigned watercolors of uniform figures of 13th Foot (Somerset L.I.); 2 standing figures of pikeman and officer in scarlet uniforms. Unbound; in red cloth portfolio stamped gold; clean. London, Ifan Kyrle Fletcher, 1953. title provided by cataloger
One of a collection of 6 matted unsigned original gouache paintings on rice paper of figures of military types. Man in gray holding spear in his right hand. One of a collection of 6 matted unsigned original gouache paintings on rice paper of figures of military types. Man in gray holding spear in his right hand. Folio, matted but unbound; heavily foxed and creased; in red cloth portfolio, buff leather backstrip stamped gold. Title supplied by cataloger. New York, Augustin Fries, 1958.
