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.
Hand-colored engraved caricature, published May 12, 1776; 'A lady (three-quarter length) on whose grotesquely extended coiffure military operations are proceeding. She stands in profile to the left. holding a fan. At the top of her pyramid of hair soldiers fire cannon from a rectangular fort (l.) which appears to be American at other soldiers firing cannon from an adjacent mound (r.) composed of ringlets of hair. Two immense flags flying from the fort bear, one a crocodile, the other a cross-bow and arrows; the flags of their opponents, the English, are decorated one with an ass, the other with a fool's cap and bells. Below this combat are tents and two men with a cannon. On the lower rightolls of hair are red-coats marching in single file, followed by a baggage waggon. Lower down again, red-coats in boats are rowing towards two ships in full sail'. -- British Museum. This evidently satirizes the evacuation of Boston by Howe, 17 Mar. 1776. Hand-colored engraved caricature, published May 12, 1776; 'A lady (three-quarter length) on whose grotesquely extended coiffure military operations are proceeding. She stands in profile to the left. holding a fan. At the top of her pyramid of hair soldiers fire cannon from a rectangular fort (l.) which appears to be American at other soldiers firing cannon from an adjacent mound (r.) composed of ringlets of hair. Two immense flags flying from the fort bear, one a crocodile, the other a cross-bow and arrows; the flags of their opponents, the English, are decorated one with an ass, the other with a fool's cap and bells. Below this combat are tents and two men with a cannon. On the lower rightolls of hair are red-coats marching in single file, followed by a baggage waggon. Lower down again, red-coats in boats are rowing towards two ships in full sail'. -- British Museum. This evidently satirizes the evacuation of Boston by Howe, 17 Mar. 1776. Upright, matted; plate marks, margins; soiled.
1 watercolor; camp buildings, soldier walking. Inscribed in pencil: 'Keesler Field. Manuel Bromberg '43'. 1 watercolor; camp buildings, soldier walking. Inscribed in pencil: 'Keesler Field. Manuel Bromberg '43'. Small folio. Gift of Tina Bromberg, 2022 Prints, Drawings and Watercolors from the Anne S.K. Brown Military Collection, Brown University Library Digital object made available by: Brown University Library, John Hay Library, University Archives and Manuscripts, Box A, Brown University, Providence, RI, 02912, U.S.A., (http://library.brown.edu/)
One of a collection of 12 engraved plates of equestrian portraits by and after Weiss. Mounted figure wearing full armor, sash, and ruff collar, on rearing horse, battle in background. Heraldic crest in top right. One of a collection of 12 engraved plates of equestrian portraits by and after Weiss. Mounted figure wearing full armor, sash, and ruff collar, on rearing horse, battle in background. Heraldic crest in top right. Upright folio, yellowed, slightly soiled; in maroon cloth portfolio case, red leather label stamped gold. Leichtenstein-Hauslab Collection, 1951.
Engraving by Michael Snyders after Vranx; scene similar to Ruytergevecht tusschen den e Heer van Breaute end Geraert Leckerbeetien Ao. 1600; cavalry battle. Engraving by Michael Snyders after Vranx; scene similar to Ruytergevecht tusschen den e Heer van Breaute end Geraert Leckerbeetien Ao. 1600; cavalry battle. Oblong medium folio, matted; margins severly trimmed; soiled. Liechtenstein-Hauslab Collection, 1951.
8th in suite of 12 mounted finely-executed watercolor and gouache drawings, attributed to Sunqua; noblewoman wearing long light-green gown and red vest, raising right hand hidden in sleeve. 8th in suite of 12 mounted finely-executed watercolor and gouache drawings, attributed to Sunqua; noblewoman wearing long light-green gown and red vest, raising right hand hidden in sleeve. Upright small folio, bound in album; margins; slightly foxed. London, Maggs, 1964. title provided by cataloger
4th of 8 hand-colored, engraved plates by Rugendas (adapted from Entwurf einer Vorstellung der Russisch-Kayserlichen Armee); mounted uniform figure of dragoon, in blue jacket, on brown horse, facing left. 4th of 8 hand-colored, engraved plates by Rugendas (adapted from Entwurf einer Vorstellung der Russisch-Kayserlichen Armee); mounted uniform figure of dragoon, in blue jacket, on brown horse, facing left. Small, unbound; in green cloth case, red leather label stamped gold; clean. Leichtenstein-Hauslab Collection, 1951.
One of collection of 55 watercolor drawings by Piroli from contemporary documents of uniform figures and groups 1841-1860. A soldier in uniform and with sword, carrying backpack and gun, marching. One of collection of 55 watercolor drawings by Piroli from contemporary documents of uniform figures and groups 1841-1860. A soldier in uniform and with sword, carrying backpack and gun, marching. Folio; mounted in album of 3/4 parchment tooled gold and brown marble boards, no title; clean. Camden, Me., Staack, 1951.
1st of 8 hand-colored, engraved plates by Rugendas (adapted from Entwurf einer Vorstellung der Russisch-Kayserlichen Armee); 2 standing uniform figures of general and officer, holding walking sticks, in green jackets, red trousers. 1st of 8 hand-colored, engraved plates by Rugendas (adapted from Entwurf einer Vorstellung der Russisch-Kayserlichen Armee); 2 standing uniform figures of general and officer, holding walking sticks, in green jackets, red trousers. Small, unbound; in green cloth slipcase, red leather label stamped gold; clean. Leichtenstein-Hauslab Collection, 1951.
9th in collection of 15 numbered colored lithographic plates by Day & Haghe after Hayes, this one published March 7th, 1st, 1846; several illustrations of standing and mounted uniform groups of infantry, showing individual figures, groups, trophies, etc. 9th in collection of 15 numbered colored lithographic plates by Day & Haghe after Hayes, this one published March 7th, 1st, 1846; several illustrations of standing and mounted uniform groups of infantry, showing individual figures, groups, trophies, etc. Upright folio, matted; some margins trimmed; some soiled. London, W. M. Sabin, 1947. series title provided by cataloger
9th of 39 sheets of gouache drawings of uniform figures, details, insignia, accessories, horse furniture etc., all with pencil manuscript notes, and 1 pencil drawing of saddled horses; standing figure of officer in black uniform, white pith helmet, surrounded by details of uniform and equipment; descriptive notes. 9th of 39 sheets of gouache drawings of uniform figures, details, insignia, accessories, horse furniture etc., all with pencil manuscript notes, and 1 pencil drawing of saddled horses; standing figure of officer in black uniform, white pith helmet, surrounded by details of uniform and equipment; descriptive notes. Small folio, unbound; in red cloth portfolio, red leather label stamped gold; worn, soiled. Presented, 1944, by Frank Hnida. series title provided by cataloger
One of a collection of 44 watercolor drawings copied by Cecil C.P. Lawson from original documents owned by the Belgian government; figure in blue and red holding sword in right hand. One of a collection of 44 watercolor drawings copied by Cecil C.P. Lawson from original documents owned by the Belgian government; figure in blue and red holding sword in right hand. Upright, unbound; margins; clean; in red cloth case, red leather back stamped gold: "Volontaires de Bruges." London, Lawson, 1955.
8th in collection of 15 numbered colored lithographic plates by Day & Haghe after Hayes, this one published April 7th, 1846; several illustrations of standing and mounted uniform groups of artillery, showing individual figures, groups, cannon, etc. 8th in collection of 15 numbered colored lithographic plates by Day & Haghe after Hayes, this one published April 7th, 1846; several illustrations of standing and mounted uniform groups of artillery, showing individual figures, groups, cannon, etc. Upright folio, matted; some margins trimmed; some soiled. London, W. M. Sabin, 1946
One of a collection of 6 color lithograph plates by W. & J.O. Clerk after S. Eschauzier. One of a collection of 6 color lithograph plates by W. & J.O. Clerk after S. Eschauzier. Oblong, matted; some margins trimmed. London, Parker Gallery, 1963.
8th of 39 sheets of gouache drawings of uniform figures, details, insignia, accessories, horse furniture etc., all with pencil manuscript notes, and 1 pencil drawing of saddled horses; standing figure of hussar in long black overcoat and cape, details of coats on either side; descriptive notes. 8th of 39 sheets of gouache drawings of uniform figures, details, insignia, accessories, horse furniture etc., all with pencil manuscript notes, and 1 pencil drawing of saddled horses; standing figure of hussar in long black overcoat and cape, details of coats on either side; descriptive notes. Small folio, unbound; in red cloth portfolio, red leather label stamped gold; worn, soiled. Presented, 1944, by Frank Hnida. series title provided by cataloger
7th of 39 sheets of gouache drawings of uniform figures, details, insignia, accessories, horse furniture etc., all with pencil manuscript notes, and 1 pencil drawing of saddled horses; standing figure of supply officer in black uniform, gold trim, tall cocked hat; details of hats above; descriptive notes. 7th of 39 sheets of gouache drawings of uniform figures, details, insignia, accessories, horse furniture etc., all with pencil manuscript notes, and 1 pencil drawing of saddled horses; standing figure of supply officer in black uniform, gold trim, tall cocked hat; details of hats above; descriptive notes. Small folio, unbound; in red cloth portfolio, red leather label stamped gold; worn, soiled. Presented, 1944, by Frank Hnida. series title provided by cataloger
One of a collection of 6 color lithograph plates by W. & J.O. Clerk after S. Eschauzier. One of a collection of 6 color lithograph plates by W. & J.O. Clerk after S. Eschauzier. Oblong, matted; some margins trimmed. London, Parker Gallery, 1955.
A group of Marines is seen loading a truck with supplies. A group of Marines is seen loading a truck with supplies. Title from typed label affixed to verso. Censor's stamp. Reeks joined the USMC in 1941 and saw action on Guadalcanal, New Georgia, Bougainville and Saipan. He was the only official combat artist to land on Iwo Jima with the invasion force and spent thirty days on the island sketching the campaign.
6th in suite of 6 colored aquatint plates of soldier and camp scenes by Schutz after Rowlandson, published Augt. 1, 1798, some humorous; outdoor religious service, minister beneath tree at left addressing troops, three women with babies, tents in landscape background. 6th in suite of 6 colored aquatint plates of soldier and camp scenes by Schutz after Rowlandson, published Augt. 1, 1798, some humorous; outdoor religious service, minister beneath tree at left addressing troops, three women with babies, tents in landscape background. Oblong folio, matted; margins trimmed; clean. N.Y., Kennedy Galleries, 1952.
6th of 39 sheets of gouache drawings of uniform figures, details, insignia, accessories, horse furniture etc., all with pencil manuscript notes, and 1 pencil drawing of saddled horses; detail of captain's jacket, black with gray trim, and badge designs; descriptive notes. 6th of 39 sheets of gouache drawings of uniform figures, details, insignia, accessories, horse furniture etc., all with pencil manuscript notes, and 1 pencil drawing of saddled horses; detail of captain's jacket, black with gray trim, and badge designs; descriptive notes. Small folio, unbound; in red cloth portfolio, red leather label stamped gold; worn, soiled. Presented, 1944, by Frank Hnida. series title provided by cataloger
One of a collection of 44 watercolor drawings copied by Cecil C.P. Lawson from original documents owned by the Belgian government; figure in flue, white and orange holding rifle in left hand. One of a collection of 44 watercolor drawings copied by Cecil C.P. Lawson from original documents owned by the Belgian government; figure in flue, white and orange holding rifle in left hand. Upright, unbound; margins; clean; in red cloth case, red leather back stamped gold: "Volontaires de Bruges." London, Lawson, 1955.
One of a collection of 44 watercolor drawings copied by Cecil C.P. Lawson from original documents owned by the Belgian government; figure in blue and khaki holding rifle in left hand. One of a collection of 44 watercolor drawings copied by Cecil C.P. Lawson from original documents owned by the Belgian government; figure in blue and khaki holding rifle in left hand. Upright, unbound; margins; clean; in red cloth case, red leather back stamped gold: "Volontaires de Bruges." London, Lawson, 1955.
One of a collection of 44 watercolor drawings copied by Cecil C.P. Lawson from original documents owned by the Belgian government; figure in blue and white holding rifle in left hand. One of a collection of 44 watercolor drawings copied by Cecil C.P. Lawson from original documents owned by the Belgian government; figure in blue and white holding rifle in left hand. Upright, unbound, margins; clean; in red cloth case, red leather back stamped gold: "Volontaires de Bruges." London, Lawson, 1955.
5th in collection of 15 numbered colored lithographic plates by Day & Haghe after Hayes; several illustrations of standing and mounted uniform groups of cavalrymen, showing individual figures, groups, trophies, etc. 5th in collection of 15 numbered colored lithographic plates by Day & Haghe after Hayes; several illustrations of standing and mounted uniform groups of cavalrymen, showing individual figures, groups, trophies, etc. Upright folio, matted; some margins trimmed; some soiled. London, W. M. Sabin, 1948.
5th in suite of 6 colored aquatint plate of soldier and camp scenes by Schutz after Rowlandson, published June 1, 1798, some humorous; fat private shouldering rifle for skinny officer inside tavern, drummer boy at right, seated women watching at left. 5th in suite of 6 colored aquatint plate of soldier and camp scenes by Schutz after Rowlandson, published June 1, 1798, some humorous; fat private shouldering rifle for skinny officer inside tavern, drummer boy at right, seated women watching at left. Oblong folio, matted; margins trimmed; clean. London, Parker Gallery, 1952.
5th of 39 sheets of gouache drawings of uniform figures, details, insignia, accessories, horse furniture etc., all with pencil manuscript notes, and 1 pencil drawing of saddled horses; details of 5 elements of captain's jacket, black with gold trim; descriptive notes. 5th of 39 sheets of gouache drawings of uniform figures, details, insignia, accessories, horse furniture etc., all with pencil manuscript notes, and 1 pencil drawing of saddled horses; details of 5 elements of captain's jacket, black with gold trim; descriptive notes. Small folio, unbound; in red cloth portfolio, red leather label stamped gold; worn, soiled. Presented, 1944, by Frank Hnida. series title provided by cataloger
4th in suite of 6 color aquatint plates of soldier and camp scenes by Schutz after Rowlandson, published Augt. 1, 1798, some humorous; soldiers recruiting bedraggled old man, flirting with young woman outside tavern. 4th in suite of 6 color aquatint plates of soldier and camp scenes by Schutz after Rowlandson, published Augt. 1, 1798, some humorous; soldiers recruiting bedraggled old man, flirting with young woman outside tavern. Oblong folio, matted; margins trimmed; clean. London, Parker Gallery, 1952.
4th of 39 sheets of gouache drawings of uniform figures, details, insignia, accessories, horse furniture etc., all with pencil manuscript notes, and 1 pencil drawing of saddled horses; standing figure in black uniform, gold trim and shirt; details of scarlet waistcoat and cummerbund on either side, with notes. 4th of 39 sheets of gouache drawings of uniform figures, details, insignia, accessories, horse furniture etc., all with pencil manuscript notes, and 1 pencil drawing of saddled horses; standing figure in black uniform, gold trim and shirt; details of scarlet waistcoat and cummerbund on either side, with notes. Small folio, unbound; in red cloth portfolio, red leather label stamped gold; worn, soiled. Presented, 1944, by Frank Hnida. series title provided by cataloger
38th of 39 sheets of gouache drawings of uniform figures, details, insignia, accessories, horse furniture etc., all with pencil manuscript notes, and 1 pencil drawing of saddled horses; sketches of 3 swords, with scabbards, carbine, and pouch; descriptive notes. 38th of 39 sheets of gouache drawings of uniform figures, details, insignia, accessories, horse furniture etc., all with pencil manuscript notes, and 1 pencil drawing of saddled horses; sketches of 3 swords, with scabbards, carbine, and pouch; descriptive notes. Small folio, unbound; in red cloth portfolio, red leather label stamped gold; worn, soiled. Presented, 1944, by Frank Hnida. series title provided by cataloger
One of a collection of 44 watercolor drawings copied by Cecil C.F. Lawson from original documents owned by the Belgian government; figure in blue, white and red holding sword in right hand. One of a collection of 44 watercolor drawings copied by Cecil C.F. Lawson from original documents owned by the Belgian government; figure in blue, white and red holding sword in right hand. Upright, unbound; margins; clean; in red cloth case, red leather back stamped gold: "Volontaires de Bruges." London, Lawson, 1955.
37th of 39 sheets of gouache drawings of uniform figures, details, insignia, accessories, horse furniture etc., all with pencil manuscript notes, and 1 pencil drawing of saddled horses; sketches of 23 pouches, caps and buttons, showing details; descriptive notes. 37th of 39 sheets of gouache drawings of uniform figures, details, insignia, accessories, horse furniture etc., all with pencil manuscript notes, and 1 pencil drawing of saddled horses; sketches of 23 pouches, caps and buttons, showing details; descriptive notes. Small folio, unbound; in red cloth portfolio, red leather label stamped gold; worn, soiled. Presented, 1944, by Frank Hnida. series title provided by cataloger