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.
111th in series of 115 colored prints of oil paintings, signed by Legras, of uniform figures from various military units; standing infantryman brown uniform, cap with large green feather, holding rifle, looking toward right near broken wall in background. 111th in series of 115 colored prints of oil paintings, signed by Legras, of uniform figures from various military units; standing infantryman brown uniform, cap with large green feather, holding rifle, looking toward right near broken wall in background. Upright folio, unbound, in green portfolio with white label, "Etudes de types militaires"; edges frayed.
13th in collection of 63 original watercolors, signed and unsigned, by Gaglier; mounted uniform figure of cavalryman in blue, on brown horse, facing left, holding upraised sword. 13th in collection of 63 original watercolors, signed and unsigned, by Gaglier; mounted uniform figure of cavalryman in blue, on brown horse, facing left, holding upraised sword. Folio and large folio, unbound; in red cloth case, green leather label st. gold. N.Y., Rockman, 1959.
20th in collection of 63 original watercolors, signed and unsigned, by Gaglier; mounted uniform figure of cavalryman on white horse, seen from rear, wearing carbine, holding sword against shoulder. 20th in collection of 63 original watercolors, signed and unsigned, by Gaglier; mounted uniform figure of cavalryman on white horse, seen from rear, wearing carbine, holding sword against shoulder. Folio and large folio, unbound; in red cloth case, green leather label st. gold. London, Redfern, 1955.
One of a suite of 8 mezzotint plates by Rugendas, including 1 title-dedication plate (military trophies) and 7 cavalry ranks and uniforms. Officer on horseback holding sword. One of a suite of 8 mezzotint plates by Rugendas, including 1 title-dedication plate (military trophies) and 7 cavalry ranks and uniforms. Officer on horseback holding sword. Upright, unbound; in red cloth slipcase, red leather label stamped gold; margins almost entirely trimmed away; slightly soiled. Liechtenstein-Hauslab Collection, 1951.
One of a suite of ink title-page and 10 original unsigned watercolors of uniform figures. Two figures in green, red and white with green feather in hat. One of a suite of ink title-page and 10 original unsigned watercolors of uniform figures. Two figures in green, red and white with green feather in hat. Small, unbound, clean; in red cloth slipcase, dark blue leather label stamped gold. Munich, Wölfle, 1968.
One of a collection of 114 watercolor drawings of uniform figures of regiments in foreign service (said to be copied after N. Hoffmann). Figure in red, white and blue with rifle facing right. One of a collection of 114 watercolor drawings of uniform figures of regiments in foreign service (said to be copied after N. Hoffmann). Figure in red, white and blue with rifle facing right. Small folio; bound in red cloth, white leather label stamped gold; clean. Zurich, August Laube, 1953.
51st in collection of 66 original ink and watercolor drawings of uniform figures (semi-caricatures, not contemporary) by Brouillet; standing figure of Highlander infantryman in scarlet jacket, blue kilt, pointing toward right. 51st in collection of 66 original ink and watercolor drawings of uniform figures (semi-caricatures, not contemporary) by Brouillet; standing figure of Highlander infantryman in scarlet jacket, blue kilt, pointing toward right. Unbound; in red cloth case, red leather label stamped gold "J. Brouillet. British and Egyptian troops in Egypt, 1798-1800"; clean.
1 water-color from album of costumes; standing soldier 1 water-color from album of costumes; standing soldier Small folio. New York, Augustin Fries, 1958. 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 16 hand-colored engraved plates of uniform figures after Hoffmann. Officer in white holding rifle, other soldiers in background. One of a collection of 16 hand-colored engraved plates of uniform figures after Hoffmann. Officer in white holding rifle, other soldiers in background. Upright folio, unbound; in 1/4 blue morocco and blue decorated board slipcase stamped gold "N. Hoffmann - French uniforms, 1775-1788." Title supplied by cataloger. Paris, Grangiée sale, 1963.
One of a set of 3 unsigned original watercolors of uniform figures, outdoors: soldier with musket over shoulder, pile of bombs near his feet. [See also: Bombardier; Sergent Bombardier.] One of a set of 3 unsigned original watercolors of uniform figures, outdoors: soldier with musket over shoulder, pile of bombs near his feet. [See also: Bombardier; Sergent Bombardier.] Upright medium folio, mounted on 2 sheets of white board; margins; clean; from Ponti collection. Title supplied by cataloger. Paris, Delacre sale, 1961.
25th in collection of 63 original watercolors, signed and unsigned, by Gaglier; mounted uniform figure of bugler officer, holding bugle, on white horse facing right. 25th in collection of 63 original watercolors, signed and unsigned, by Gaglier; mounted uniform figure of bugler officer, holding bugle, on white horse facing right. Folio and large folio, unbound; in red cloth case, green leather label st. gold. Camden, Me., Staack, 1949.
Color lithograph by Magee; Mexican troops, showing uniform, marching between columns of U.S. troops. Color lithograph by Magee; Mexican troops, showing uniform, marching between columns of U.S. troops. Matted; margins entirely cut away; slightly soiled. New York, Harry H. Hymes, 1944.
Original watercolor drawing signed and dated by Schönberg; mounted officers of Roumanian staff at centre receiving surrender from delegation of Bulgarian officers on foot, bodies of troops at right and left. Original watercolor drawing signed and dated by Schönberg; mounted officers of Roumanian staff at centre receiving surrender from delegation of Bulgarian officers on foot, bodies of troops at right and left. The image depicts an event on Friday, July 18, 1913 when a brigade of Bulgarian infantry with twelve guns, was captured by the First Rumanian Cavalry Division under General Bogdan at Ferdinandovo. This picture was drawn possibly for The Sphere illustrated magazine London, Parker Gallery, 1975.
The capitulation conference at Sedan. Shows leaders seated around a table The capitulation conference at Sedan. Shows leaders seated around a table Oblong medium folio; etching by J.S. King after Anton Van Werner; torn at bottom and repaired
Original watercolor signed and dated 9-1895 by Orange; scene of French officers surrendering sword to Spanish commander in left foreground, French soldiers at right. Original watercolor signed and dated 9-1895 by Orange; scene of French officers surrendering sword to Spanish commander in left foreground, French soldiers at right. Large oblong folio, mounted on board; no margins; clean. Boston, William J. MacPherson, 1968. title provided by cataloger
23rd in series of 115 colored prints of oil paintings, signed by Legras, of uniform figures from French military units; standing officer of skirmishers in blue jacket, red trousers and kepi, right hand in pocket, left hand holding cane. 23rd in series of 115 colored prints of oil paintings, signed by Legras, of uniform figures from French military units; standing officer of skirmishers in blue jacket, red trousers and kepi, right hand in pocket, left hand holding cane. Upright folio, unbound, in green portfolio with white label, "Etudes de types militaires"; edges frayed.
27th in collection of 63 original watercolors, signed and unsigned, by Gaglier; 2 standing uniform figures of grenadier, showing front and rear views, field cap and bearskin. 27th in collection of 63 original watercolors, signed and unsigned, by Gaglier; 2 standing uniform figures of grenadier, showing front and rear views, field cap and bearskin. Folio and large folio, unbound; in red cloth case, green leather label st. gold. N.Y., Rockman, 1959.
21st in collection of 63 original watercolors, signed and unsigned, by Gaglier; mounted uniform figure of officer on brown horse, riding toward right, holding sabre to shoulder. 21st in collection of 63 original watercolors, signed and unsigned, by Gaglier; mounted uniform figure of officer on brown horse, riding toward right, holding sabre to shoulder. Folio and large folio, unbound; in red cloth case, green leather label st. gold. Camden, Me., Staack, 1949.
36th in collection of 63 original watercolors, signed and unsigned, by Gaglier; 2 standing uniform figures of officer in black coat, blue trousers, showing front and rear views. 36th in collection of 63 original watercolors, signed and unsigned, by Gaglier; 2 standing uniform figures of officer in black coat, blue trousers, showing front and rear views. Folio and large folio, unbound; in red cloth case, green leather label st. gold. N.Y., Rockman, 1959.
One of 13 original water-colors, signed, by Auria di Dalvero, of uniform figures; uniform figure, red jacket, with hat and sword. One of 13 original water-colors, signed, by Auria di Dalvero, of uniform figures; uniform figure, red jacket, with hat and sword. From large folio, unbound; in 3/4 black cloth and green marble board portfolio, white paper cover label with ink inscription "Roy-aume de Naples par Auria, d'après nature, vers 1820;" bookplate of R. and J. Brunon. R. Brunon, 1985.
18th in collection of 63 original watercolors, signed and unsigned, by Gaglier; mounted uniform figure of officer in black coat, gloves and hat, on white horse, facing left; 1 detail of epaulette and belt on either side. 18th in collection of 63 original watercolors, signed and unsigned, by Gaglier; mounted uniform figure of officer in black coat, gloves and hat, on white horse, facing left; 1 detail of epaulette and belt on either side. Folio and large folio, unbound; in red cloth case, green leather label st. gold. Camden, Me., Staack, 1949.
One of a suite of 8 mezzotint plates by Rugendas, including 1 title-dedication plate (military trophies) and 7 of cavalry ranks and uniforms. Figure on rearing horse with armor and sword, other riders in the background. One of a suite of 8 mezzotint plates by Rugendas, including 1 title-dedication plate (military trophies) and 7 of cavalry ranks and uniforms. Figure on rearing horse with armor and sword, other riders in the background. Upright, unbound; in red cloth slipcase, red leather label stamped gold; margins almost entirely trimmed away; slightly soiled, lower edge repaired. Liechtenstein-Hauslab Collection, 1951.
One of 13 original water-colors, signed, by Auria di Dalvero, of uniform figures; uniform figure, red jacket, with hat and sword, right hand pointing. One of 13 original water-colors, signed, by Auria di Dalvero, of uniform figures; uniform figure, red jacket, with hat and sword, right hand pointing. From large folio, unbound; in 3/4 black cloth and green marble board portfolio, white paper cover label with ink inscription "Roy-aume de Naples par Auria, d'après nature, vers 1820;" bookplate of R. and J. Brunon. R. Brunon, 1985.
One of a collection of 30 original watercolors of costume figures including many showing military costume and court costume. Figure in fur-trimmed green coat. One of a collection of 30 original watercolors of costume figures including many showing military costume and court costume. Figure in fur-trimmed green coat. Folio, unbound; in red cloth case, green leather backstrip stamped gold; clean.
62nd in collection of 63 original watercolors, signed and unsigned, by Gaglier; full-length uniform figure of commanding naval officer in navy blue, facing left, cannon and shroud in background. 62nd in collection of 63 original watercolors, signed and unsigned, by Gaglier; full-length uniform figure of commanding naval officer in navy blue, facing left, cannon and shroud in background. Folio and large folio, unbound; in red cloth case, green leather label st. gold. N.Y., Rockman, 1959.
84th in set of 100 numbered signed watercolors of uniform figures by Boisselier; standing figure of officer in green uniform, red trim, shako, striding toward right. 84th in set of 100 numbered signed watercolors of uniform figures by Boisselier; standing figure of officer in green uniform, red trim, shako, striding toward right. Unbound; in 1/4 blue leatherette and marble board portfolio lettered gold on back "Armée de Naples", and with original tempera painting of trophies on cover; clean. Paris, Cart, 1951.
4th of set of 7 original caricature ink and watercolor drawings of Swiss Army uniform figures, from collection of 805, of various nationalities, signed illegibly; standing uniform figure of officer in gray double-breasted jacket, holding grounded sabre, looking toward right. 4th of set of 7 original caricature ink and watercolor drawings of Swiss Army uniform figures, from collection of 805, of various nationalities, signed illegibly; standing uniform figure of officer in gray double-breasted jacket, holding grounded sabre, looking toward right. In folio mat, unbound; clean. Rome, Querzola, 1968.
One of a suite of 34 hand colored engravings (after Pinhas) of uniform figures. Figure in green and yellow with red plumed hat holding sword; figures on horseback in background. One of a suite of 34 hand colored engravings (after Pinhas) of uniform figures. Figure in green and yellow with red plumed hat holding sword; figures on horseback in background. Clean; in blue cloth portfolio stamped gold. R. Brunon, 1985.
20th in series of 115 colored prints of oil paintings, signed by Legras, of uniform figures from French military units; standing officer in black jacket, red trousers and kepi, with hands in pockets. 20th in series of 115 colored prints of oil paintings, signed by Legras, of uniform figures from French military units; standing officer in black jacket, red trousers and kepi, with hands in pockets. Upright folio, unbound, in green portfolio with white label, "Etudes de types militaires"; edges frayed.
One of a collection of 12 original unsigned watercolors of military and naval uniform figures. Officer in blue pointing with right hand. One of a collection of 12 original unsigned watercolors of military and naval uniform figures. Officer in blue pointing with right hand. Upright small folio, unbound; in light blue cloth slipcase, white leather label stamped gold; foxed and stained. N.Y., Kennedy, 1948. Series title supplied by cataloger.