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.
This collection is part of Brown University Library, hosted by Brown University.

Items in this collection

Caporale di Bersaglieri Italien

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.

Caporale dei Cavaleggeri

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.

Caporale dei Cacciatori a Cavallo

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.

Caporale de Cavalleria

Caporale de Cavalleria

Brown University

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.

Caporal, Voltigeur

Caporal, Voltigeur

Brown University

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.

Caporal fusilier du Regt. suisse de Courten

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.

Caporal du 92th Highlanders

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.

Caporal De Grenadier Hongrois

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/)

Caporal de chasseurs, Régiment du roi, 1779-80

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.

Caporal bombardier

Caporal bombardier

Brown University

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.

Capo Tromba dei Cacciatori a Cavallo

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.

Capitulation of a Bulgarian infantry brigade with twelve guns at Ferdinandovo

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.

Capitulation at Sedan

Capitulation at Sedan

Brown University

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

Capitulation at Baylén

Capitulation at Baylén

Brown University

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

Capite. de Tirailleur: Algérien

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.

Capitano dei Granatieri

Capitano dei Granatieri

Brown University

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.

Capitano dei Cacciatori a Cavallo

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.

Capitano dei Cacciatori

Capitano dei Cacciatori

Brown University

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.

Capitano de. granatieri della guardia reale

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.

Capitano Ajutante di Campo

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.

Capitanio di Cavalleria

Capitanio di Cavalleria

Brown University

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.

Capitane della guardia reale a cavallo

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.

Capitan pacha

Capitan pacha

Brown University

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.

Capitan di Fregata, Comandante la B. Marina: Gran tenuta

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.

Capitaine du Gouvernement de Naples, 1812

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.

Capitaine du Génie

Capitaine du Génie

Brown University

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.

Capitaine des Chevauxlegers de la Garde

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.

Capitaine de Zouaves: Etat Major du Ministre

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.

Capitaine de Vasseau

Capitaine de Vasseau

Brown University

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.