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.
1st in set of 3 original watercolors signed by Starner; street scene of soldiers approaching entrance to Y.M.C.A., near bombed buildings and ruined steeple. 1st in set of 3 original watercolors signed by Starner; street scene of soldiers approaching entrance to Y.M.C.A., near bombed buildings and ruined steeple. Upright large folio, matted; no margins; clean. title provided by cataloger
Shows scenes of YMCA in France in ruined town. Illustration for "The romance of the red triangle : the story of the coming of the red triangle nd the story of the service rendered by the Y.M.C.A. to the sailors and soldiers of the British Empire" by Sir Arthur K. Yapp, but not used.
38th in collection of 91 lithographic plates by Villain and Gihaut frères after Charlet; soldier seated at cafe table with jug, talking to 2nd soldier lying with head in arms on table. 38th in collection of 91 lithographic plates by Villain and Gihaut frères after Charlet; soldier seated at cafe table with jug, talking to 2nd soldier lying with head in arms on table. In blue cloth case, blue leather stamped gold "Lithographs by Charlet". New York, Walter Schatzki, 1965.
26th in collection of 91 lithographic plates by Villain and Gihaut frères after Charlet; veteran with wooden leg, seated on bench, conversing with 2 little children. 26th in collection of 91 lithographic plates by Villain and Gihaut frères after Charlet; veteran with wooden leg, seated on bench, conversing with 2 little children. In blue cloth case, blue leather stamped gold "Lithographs by Charlet". New York, Walter Schatzki, 1965.
2nd in collection of 5 watercolor caricatures, on board, signed (and this one dated) by G.H.B(rennan); full-length uniform figure, facing left, in hat and monocle, hands on hips, holding riding crop and white glove. 2nd in collection of 5 watercolor caricatures, on board, signed (and this one dated) by G.H.B(rennan); full-length uniform figure, facing left, in hat and monocle, hands on hips, holding riding crop and white glove. Small and medium folio; clean. N.Y., Rockman Prints, 1949.
Original watercolor; drum major, band master, fife master Original watercolor; drum major, band master, fife master Upright medium folio. Manchester-by-the-Sea, Christopher Bryant, 2016. 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/)
17th in numbered set of 19 watercolor copies, by Lawson, of engravings by Lens; standing uniform figure of grenadier in scarlet coat, black and white trim, lifting rifle upright and stretching strap with other hand. 17th in numbered set of 19 watercolor copies, by Lawson, of engravings by Lens; standing uniform figure of grenadier in scarlet coat, black and white trim, lifting rifle upright and stretching strap with other hand. Small folio, unbound; clean; in red cloth portfolio, red leather labels stamped gold. London, Lawson, 1962.
16th in numbered set of 19 watercolor copies, by Lawson, of engravings by Lens; standing uniform figure of grenadier in scarlet coat, black and white trim, lifting rifle strap from around neck. 16th in numbered set of 19 watercolor copies, by Lawson, of engravings by Lens; standing uniform figure of grenadier in scarlet coat, black and white trim, lifting rifle strap from around neck. Small folio, unbound; clean; in red cloth portfolio, red leather labels stamped gold. London, Lawson, 1962.
Color lithograph by Madeley; standing uniform figure of officer, standards crossed above. Color lithograph by Madeley; standing uniform figure of officer, standards crossed above. Upright, matted; margins; clean. London, Parker Gallery, 1952. From 'Historical Record of the Forty-Second or, The Royal Highland Regiment of Foot', by Richard Cannon.
Original watercolor caricature on gray board, signed by Laurys; 3 standing uniform figures in profile, showing undress, service and dress uniforms. Original watercolor caricature on gray board, signed by Laurys; 3 standing uniform figures in profile, showing undress, service and dress uniforms. Small upright folio; margins; clean. London, Foster Groom, 1950. . part of title provided by cataloger
19th in numbered set of 19 watercolor copies, by Lawson, of engravings by Lens; standing uniform figure of grenadier in scarlet coat, black and white trim, with shouldered rifle. 19th in numbered set of 19 watercolor copies, by Lawson, of engravings by Lens; standing uniform figure of grenadier in scarlet coat, black and white trim, with shouldered rifle. Small folio, unbound; clean; in red cloth portfolio, red leather labels stamped gold. London, Lawson, 1962.
14th in numbered set of 19 watercolor copies, by Lawson, of engravings by Lens; standing uniform figure of grenadier in scarlet coat, black and white trim, just after throwing grenade. 14th in numbered set of 19 watercolor copies, by Lawson, of engravings by Lens; standing uniform figure of grenadier in scarlet coat, black and white trim, just after throwing grenade. Small folio, unbound; clean; in red cloth portfolio, red leather labels stamped gold. London, Lawson, 1962.
13th in numbered set of 19 watercolor copies, by Lawson, of engravings by Lens; standing uniform figure of grenadier in scarlet coat, black and white trim, preparing to throw grenade. 13th in numbered set of 19 watercolor copies, by Lawson, of engravings by Lens; standing uniform figure of grenadier in scarlet coat, black and white trim, preparing to throw grenade. Small folio, unbound; clean; in red cloth portfolio, red leather labels stamped gold. London, Lawson, 1962.
One of a pair of unsigned watercolors, probably by native artist; standing uniform figure of private. [See also: XIII Madras Native Infantry officer]. One of a pair of unsigned watercolors, probably by native artist; standing uniform figure of private. [See also: XIII Madras Native Infantry officer]. Upright medium folio; matted; narrow margins; soiled; glued to backing. Title supplied by cataloger. London, Spencer, 1952.
Accompanies pair of watercolors of standing uniform figures of officer and private; this one is a hand colored stipple engraving after the watercolor with the same title. Accompanies pair of watercolors of standing uniform figures of officer and private; this one is a hand colored stipple engraving after the watercolor with the same title. Upright; margins severely trimmed; matted; soiled. Title supplied by cataloger. N.Y., Rockman Prints, 1949.
One of a pair of original unsigned watercolors, probably by native artist; standing uniform figure of officer. [See also: XIII Madras Native Infantry Private]. One of a pair of original unsigned watercolors, probably by native artist; standing uniform figure of officer. [See also: XIII Madras Native Infantry Private]. Upright medium folio, one of 2 pieces, narrow margins, soiled. Title supplied by cataloger. London, Parker, 1952.
11th in numbered set of 19 watercolor copies, by Lawson, of engravings by Lens; standing uniform figure of grenadier in scarlet coat, black and white trim, holding grenade at arm's length. 11th in numbered set of 19 watercolor copies, by Lawson, of engravings by Lens; standing uniform figure of grenadier in scarlet coat, black and white trim, holding grenade at arm's length. Small folio, unbound; clean; in red cloth portfolio, red leather labels stamped gold. London, Lawson, 1962. .
One of collection of watercolor copies of uniforms figures and groups. A mounted soldier in uniform with gun and sword, marching ahead. One of collection of watercolor copies of uniforms figures and groups. A mounted soldier in uniform with gun and sword, marching ahead. Originally from painting by David Morier. Unbound; in red cloth portfolio case, red leather label st. gold; clean. London, Parker Gallery, 1951.
Uncolored lithograph imagerie plate numbered 287; violent combat between lancers and foot soldiers. Uncolored lithograph imagerie plate numbered 287; violent combat between lancers and foot soldiers. Translation: Raging attack of the Masurians and Krakusens in a bloody battle against the Russians
6th of 11 original unsigned watercolors of uniform figures; standing figure of infantryman in white uniform, red trim, pointing with left hand. 6th of 11 original unsigned watercolors of uniform figures; standing figure of infantryman in white uniform, red trim, pointing with left hand. Folio, matted, bound in soiled white board book with label in upper left corner marked "24". title provided by cataloger Paris, Delacre sale, 1961
2nd of 11 original unsigned watercolors of uniform figures; standing artillery officer in royal blue uniform, red trim, tricorn. 2nd of 11 original unsigned watercolors of uniform figures; standing artillery officer in royal blue uniform, red trim, tricorn. Folio, matted, bound in soiled white board book with label in upper left corner marked "24". title provided by cataloger Paris, Delacre sale, 1961
2nd of 2 (slightly different) original albumen print photographs, matted together, from scrapbook album; group portrait, in garden or cafe terrace, of 10 seated and standing officers, with civilian in straw hat with cane seated at center; 2nd civilian dining at outdoor table at left. 2nd of 2 (slightly different) original albumen print photographs, matted together, from scrapbook album; group portrait, in garden or cafe terrace, of 10 seated and standing officers, with civilian in straw hat with cane seated at center; 2nd civilian dining at outdoor table at left. Oblong, on green paper mat; no margins; clean.
1st of 2 (slightly different) original albumen print photographs, matted together, from scrapbook album; group portrait, in garden or cafe terrace, of 9 seated and standing officers, with civilian in straw hat with cane seated at center; 2nd civilian dining at outdoor table at left. 1st of 2 (slightly different) original albumen print photographs, matted together, from scrapbook album; group portrait, in garden or cafe terrace, of 9 seated and standing officers, with civilian in straw hat with cane seated at center; 2nd civilian dining at outdoor table at left. Oblong, on green paper mat; no margins; clean.
2nd of pair of original pencil drawings, one signed by, or annotated to, Hch. Lang and both dated 14-III-1857, Stuttgart; standing uniform figure, rear view, with trumpet. 2nd of pair of original pencil drawings, one signed by, or annotated to, Hch. Lang and both dated 14-III-1857, Stuttgart; standing uniform figure, rear view, with trumpet. Large upright folio, matted; margins. New York, Walter Schatzki, 1952. Title supplied by cataloger
Colored lithograph after Stirnbrand, printed by Selb; standing and seated officers at gathering; individuals identified by pencil notes in margin below. Colored lithograph after Stirnbrand, printed by Selb; standing and seated officers at gathering; individuals identified by pencil notes in margin below. Large oblong folio, matted; margins trimmed, trimmed into image at right; lower margin stained and yellowed. N.Y., Rockman Prints, 1949. title provided by cataloger
Original carbon or albumen print photograph; standing uniform figure of officer, hatless, studio backdrop; somewhat illegible handwriting in ink across upper left corner : "Fehring am Mariangell". Original carbon or albumen print photograph; standing uniform figure of officer, hatless, studio backdrop; somewhat illegible handwriting in ink across upper left corner : "Fehring am Mariangell". Upright, on black scrapbook paper; no margins; clean.
Original albumen or carbon print photograph, from scrapbook album; standing uniform portrait, facing left, wearing sabre, leaning right elbow on pedestal; studio background; identifying note written in ink across center of image. Original albumen or carbon print photograph, from scrapbook album; standing uniform portrait, facing left, wearing sabre, leaning right elbow on pedestal; studio background; identifying note written in ink across center of image. Upright, matted with 2nd photo (of same person) on black paper; no margins; glare spot or smudge mark in upper left corner.
Original albumen or carbon paper print photograph, from scrapbook album; full-length portrait of officer in field dress, at right, and officer or soldier in mufti, at left, pouring drink; studio backdrop; handwritten notes in black in on image and white ink on paper. Original albumen or carbon paper print photograph, from scrapbook album; full-length portrait of officer in field dress, at right, and officer or soldier in mufti, at left, pouring drink; studio backdrop; handwritten notes in black in on image and white ink on paper. Upright, on black paper backing; no margins; some fade spots or blemishes.
