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 collection of 72 ink and pencil drawings, partially hand colored of uniform figures by Georg Schäfer after Johann Adam Klein, these being slightly enlarged copies of the originals in the Nürnberg Kupferstichkabinet des Germanischen Zentralmuseums and the art museum of Hamburg; uniforms of Bavaria, Frankfurt, Hannover, Mainz, Austria, Prussia, Saxony, Würzburg, Russia and France are shown; accompanied by typewritten index of 8 pages. Four figures, two from behind. One of a collection of 72 ink and pencil drawings, partially hand colored of uniform figures by Georg Schäfer after Johann Adam Klein, these being slightly enlarged copies of the originals in the Nürnberg Kupferstichkabinet des Germanischen Zentralmuseums and the art museum of Hamburg; uniforms of Bavaria, Frankfurt, Hannover, Mainz, Austria, Prussia, Saxony, Würzburg, Russia and France are shown; accompanied by typewritten index of 8 pages. Four figures, two from behind. Oblong, unbound, clean; in 1/2 red leather and marble board case stamped gold. Hamburg, Schäfer, 1956.
Etching by and after J.A. Klein, dated 1816; infantrymen resting near village during march, one sitting on drum. Etching by and after J.A. Klein, dated 1816; infantrymen resting near village during march, one sitting on drum. Small oblong; plate mark, margins; clean. N.Y., Walter Schatzki, 1958.
Colored engraving; two soldiers, one with rifle on shoulder, facing each other in open countryside. Colored engraving; two soldiers, one with rifle on shoulder, facing each other in open countryside. Upright folio; clean.
Hand-colored aquatint of 2 soldiers in countryside, one leaning on rifle, buildings in background (published by Joseph Trentsensky?) Hand-colored aquatint of 2 soldiers in countryside, one leaning on rifle, buildings in background (published by Joseph Trentsensky?) Upright folio; yellowed.
One of 3 original (crude) watercolor drawings, unsigned, each with side and front view uniform figures. [See also: Königlich Preussisch Regiment v. Langlair v. Pluskon (and) Kon: Pr: Regiment von Thadden von Schürt]. One of 3 original (crude) watercolor drawings, unsigned, each with side and front view uniform figures. [See also: Königlich Preussisch Regiment v. Langlair v. Pluskon (and) Kon: Pr: Regiment von Thadden von Schürt]. Upright mounted on white paper and matted together; no margins; slightly soiled. Hamburg, Helmut Gerhard Schulz, 1957.
French text by A. Bollaert ; [English words and music by] Geoffrey O'Hara. For voice and piano. Caption title. Dedicated to: K-K-K-Katy (Cat-Cat-Cat-Cath'rine) Richardson. Advertisement for "Hello, aloha.'" and other songs: p. [4] Cover illustration: soldier holding woman's hands. Also published for: band, orchestra, male quartette.
One of a pair of steel-engravings (Kaiser Rudolph I (and) Theodorich) by C. Eichler after Schedler; full-length effigies in armour. One of a pair of steel-engravings (Kaiser Rudolph I (and) Theodorich) by C. Eichler after Schedler; full-length effigies in armour. Small upright folio, margins trimmed; slightly worn and soiled. Liechtenstein-Hauslab Collection, 1951.
1 of 49 hand-colored engravings of single figures in uniform by and after Voigts. From 'Darstellung des uniforme der Königlich-Dänischen armee. In Ueberein Stimmung mit dem Königlich Reglement gezeichnet. MDCCCXVIII. D. Voigts fecit frem: Lieutenant im Holst Lanz Rgmt' (1818). 1 of 49 hand-colored engravings of single figures in uniform by and after Voigts. From 'Darstellung des uniforme der Königlich-Dänischen armee. In Ueberein Stimmung mit dem Königlich Reglement gezeichnet. MDCCCXVIII. D. Voigts fecit frem: Lieutenant im Holst Lanz Rgmt' (1818). Folio. Book-plate of Grand Duke Paul Alexandrovitch Paris, G. Salet, 1951. 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/)
Color lithograph caricature, unsigned; 2 ragged street boys pointing at passing dismounted Guardsman. Color lithograph caricature, unsigned; 2 ragged street boys pointing at passing dismounted Guardsman. Margins severely trimmed; some yellowing. N.Y., Rockman Prints, 1957.
words by Howard Johnson ; music by George W. Meyer. March for voice and piano. Caption title. "Theme suggested by Kate Elinore and Sam Williams." Advertisement (A 76) for "Songs the soldiers and sailors sing": p. [4] Cover illustration: photograph of General Pershing / Underwood & Underwood; photoreproduction of "Washington crossing the Delaware" / Emanuel Leutze: cover design / [rose symbol] Illustrator's name represented by a rose symbol on cover. Also published for: band, orchestra, male quartette.
by Geo. F. Root. For voice, chorus (SATB) and piano. Title page illustration: various vignette scenes relating to war / Copcutt=Williams Sc. First line of song: Just before the battle, Mother. First line of chorus: Farewell Mother, you may never press me to your heart again.
Standing Marine holding rifle; backpack and hand grenades are part of uniform. Standing Marine holding rifle; backpack and hand grenades are part of uniform. Title from ink inscription fixed to verso. 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.
by Geo. F. Root. Song; for voice and piano; refrain set for chorus (SATB) and piano. Illustration: title set within an oval frame. Around the frame is a floral border and scenes illustrating five popular song titles: The vacant chair, Silent lute, Who'll save the left, Battel [sic] cry of freedom, and Within sound of the enemy's guns / Copcutt=Williams Sc. First line of text: Still upon the field of battle. First line of refrain: Mother dear, your boy is wounded. Advertisement for Mason & Hamlin cabinet organs and music on p. [2]
Engraving by Feyertag; battle scene, 2 generals in foreground near cannon, 1 kneeling to sign document, soldiers watching; battle with warship, town, mountains in background. Engraving by Feyertag; battle scene, 2 generals in foreground near cannon, 1 kneeling to sign document, soldiers watching; battle with warship, town, mountains in background. Oblong small folio; margins; clean
Color plate after Scott, dated 1965 by artist; uniform figure in campaign kit. Color plate after Scott, dated 1965 by artist; uniform figure in campaign kit. Upright folio; margins intact; clean. Langport, Somerset, Johnston, 1968.
Original watercolor signed and dated by Reeks; outdoor Christmas service in army camp; officer leading crowd of shirtless men in hymn-singing, brass band playing in background. Original watercolor signed and dated by Reeks; outdoor Christmas service in army camp; officer leading crowd of shirtless men in hymn-singing, brass band playing in background. 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.
Original watercolor signed by Reeks; jungle scene, 2 dead Japanese soldiers almost hidden in foreground, line of American infantrymen walking toward left in background. Original watercolor signed by Reeks; jungle scene, 2 dead Japanese soldiers almost hidden in foreground, line of American infantrymen walking toward left in background. 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. title provided by cataloger
Original watercolor signed by Reeks; jungle scene, 2 dead Japanese soldiers in right foreground, line of American infantrymen walking toward left in background. Original watercolor signed by Reeks; jungle scene, 2 dead Japanese soldiers in right foreground, line of American infantrymen walking toward left in background. 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. title provided by cataloger
Original unsigned watercolor by Reeks; two shirtless soldiers or civilians digging grave, watched over by standing soldier at left; thick jungle in background. Original unsigned watercolor by Reeks; two shirtless soldiers or civilians digging grave, watched over by standing soldier at left; thick jungle in background. 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.
Tinted lithograph with 2 illustrations of uniform groups of 1813 and 1862, 1 illustration of allegorical figure, 1 of arms, 5 of trophies. Tinted lithograph with 2 illustrations of uniform groups of 1813 and 1862, 1 illustration of allegorical figure, 1 of arms, 5 of trophies. Folio; margins intact; clean, margins slightly yellowed. Hamburg, Helmut Gerhard Schulz, 1970.
Original watercolor with pen and ink highlights, signed K., and dated June 4th, of soldier, named Al Moss, seated on boat drinking champagne, with sunken tug in the background. Original watercolor with pen and ink highlights, signed K., and dated June 4th, of soldier, named Al Moss, seated on boat drinking champagne, with sunken tug in the background. Upright medium folio; matted; no margins; small tear in lower right corner. Gift of the artist, 1994.
One of a collection of 25 mounted watercolor sketches, 22 pencil sketches and 2 ink sketches by Wingate, dated June 28, 1837. Bar scene. One of a collection of 25 mounted watercolor sketches, 22 pencil sketches and 2 ink sketches by Wingate, dated June 28, 1837. Bar scene. Oblong folio; bound in 1/4 green morocco stamped gold and green marble boards; foxed, some creasing. London, Spencer, 1952.
One of a collection of 25 mounted watercolor sketches, 22 pencil sketches and 2 ink sketches by Wingate, dated June 23, 1837. Figure seated at table. One of a collection of 25 mounted watercolor sketches, 22 pencil sketches and 2 ink sketches by Wingate, dated June 23, 1837. Figure seated at table. Oblong folio; bound in 1/4 green morocco stamped gold and green marble boards; some foxing. London, Spencer, 1952.
One of a collection of 25 mounted watercolor sketches, 22 pencil sketches and 2 ink sketches (by Wingate?). One figure standing and one seated watching Indian water carrier walking past. One of a collection of 25 mounted watercolor sketches, 22 pencil sketches and 2 ink sketches (by Wingate?). One figure standing and one seated watching Indian water carrier walking past. Oblong folio; bound in 1/4 green morocco stamped gold and green marble boards; foxed. London, Spencer, 1952.
One of a collection of 25 mounted watercolor sketches, 22 pencil sketches and 2 ink sketches (by Wingate?). Figure sleeping on cot. One of a collection of 25 mounted watercolor sketches, 22 pencil sketches and 2 ink sketches (by Wingate?). Figure sleeping on cot. Oblong folio; bound in 1/4 green morocco stamped gold and green marble boards; clean. London, Spencer, 1952.
One of a collection of 25 mounted watercolor sketches, 22 pencil sketches and 2 ink sketches (by Wingate?). 3 figures ready to fight cobra. One of a collection of 25 mounted watercolor sketches, 22 pencil sketches and 2 ink sketches (by Wingate?). 3 figures ready to fight cobra. Oblong folio; bound in 1/4 green morocco stamped gold and green marble boards; clean. London, Spencer, 1952.
The work depicts the downing of Capece's plane. The text is interspersed throughout the drawing on signs. Planes fly through the air. Capece's plane is seen falling and he bails out. At the lower left, he lies on the ground in the forest. A German farmer finds him. At the far right is another figure on a bicycle. The work depicts the downing of Capece's plane. The text is interspersed throughout the drawing on signs. Planes fly through the air. Capece's plane is seen falling and he bails out. At the lower left, he lies on the ground in the forest. A German farmer finds him. At the far right is another figure on a bicycle. Served with the U.S. Army Air Force in Italy and his B-17 bomber was shot down over Germany in June 13, 1944. Captured, he was interned in Stalag Luft 3 until liberated the following year.
One of a collection of 25 mounted watercolor sketches, 22 pencil sketches and 2 ink sketches (by Wingate?). Figure with hat in hand facing right. One of a collection of 25 mounted watercolor sketches, 22 pencil sketches and 2 ink sketches (by Wingate?). Figure with hat in hand facing right. Oblong folio; bound in 1/4 green morocco stamped gold and green marble boards; slightly soiled. London, Spencer, 1952.
