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

Answer the Red Cross Christmas roll call: All you need is a heart and a dollar

American Red Cross fund-raising poster showing a winter scene with snow covered house and trees. American Red Cross fund-raising poster showing a winter scene with snow covered house and trees. Ray Greenleaf. Printed in colors on white paper. Issued(?) by: Committee on Public Information, Division of Pictorial Publicity. Copyright 1918 by American Red Cross.

Ansichten der durch Schwaben im Monath Junii 1796 marchirden Neufrancken

Colored aquatint; group, outdoors, showing 15 figures in various types of Revolutionary uniform. Colored aquatint; group, outdoors, showing 15 figures in various types of Revolutionary uniform. Oblong medium folio, matted; plate mark, margins; cleaned. Munich, Gröber collection, 1953.

Ansichte des Hofes der k:k: Militair Academie von der West Seite

2nd of pair of original watercolors by F(ranz? Franciszek?) Gatton; view across courtyard, showing small soldier figures. 2nd of pair of original watercolors by F(ranz? Franciszek?) Gatton; view across courtyard, showing small soldier figures. Small, 2 pieces [cf. AuO1840f-2a]; margins intact; clean. Vienna, Christian Nebehay, 1957.

Ansicht des Ubungs-lagers bey Traiskirchen Nächst Wien

Troops and tents in countryside; civilian men and women walking and riding in carriages on roadway, buildings in distance.; numbered key identifying units, places, etc. Troops and tents in countryside; civilian men and women walking and riding in carriages on roadway, buildings in distance.; numbered key identifying units, places, etc. View of the training camp at Traiskirchen near Vienna

Ansicht des Tÿroler Pass Scharniz

Colored aquatint after Neureiter; view of mountain pass showing artillery firing on mountain fortifications in background, long lines of infantry advancing in foreground. Colored aquatint after Neureiter; view of mountain pass showing artillery firing on mountain fortifications in background, long lines of infantry advancing in foreground. Small oblong folio; plate mark, margins; slightly worn, foxing. Hamburg, Schulz, 1960.

Ansicht des Peters thor von Leipzig den 19ten October 1813

Original gouache signed and dated by Wigand; a near-replica of 'Leipzig das Peters Thor im Jahr 1813. 19t October', excepting small variations in certain details. Original gouache signed and dated by Wigand; a near-replica of 'Leipzig das Peters Thor im Jahr 1813. 19t October', excepting small variations in certain details. Small oblong folio; margins; clean. Brussels, Delacre sale, 1961.

Ansicht des palastartigen Gebäudes im Schiessgraben: 10. Hîc Brontes qui tela Fouj somit amgs metumg Fabricat emissis...

Pair of uncolored engravings by and after Galter from Freiburger Studentenbuch ?; military and tournament scenes in railed area with small blockhouses or pavilions, landscape background. Pair of uncolored engravings by and after Galter from Freiburger Studentenbuch ?; military and tournament scenes in railed area with small blockhouses or pavilions, landscape background. Small oblong, matted together medium folio; margins trimmed close. Title supplied by cataloger. Leichtenstein-Hauslab Collection, 1951.

Ansicht des Napoleonberges bey Jena nebst dem zu Ehren I.I.M.M. der Kaiser Napoleon und Alexander den 7ten Oct. 1808 ...

Hand-colored engraving; view toward temple on top of hill, showing officers in uniform standing in front, tents, crowds of spectators on slope below, mountains in background. Hand-colored engraving; view toward temple on top of hill, showing officers in uniform standing in front, tents, crowds of spectators on slope below, mountains in background. Oblong folio; margins; yellwoed, foxed, repaired tears. Munich, Wölfle, 1961.

Ansicht des K.K. Lustschlosses Laxenburg unweit Wien

Hand-colored engraving; numbered 47, by Johann Ziegler after Janscha; view of Schloss Laxenburg with parade passing before entrance, men, women and children spectators in foreground. Hand-colored engraving; numbered 47, by Johann Ziegler after Janscha; view of Schloss Laxenburg with parade passing before entrance, men, women and children spectators in foreground. Large oblong folio; plate mark, margins intact; clean, creased. Vienna, Christian Nebehay, 1956.

Ansicht des K.K. Inneren Burgplatzes von 1829

Original watercolor drawing by Wigand; palace courtyard, showing pedestrians, troops on parade, carriage traffic etc, enclosing walls of palace in background. Original watercolor drawing by Wigand; palace courtyard, showing pedestrians, troops on parade, carriage traffic etc, enclosing walls of palace in background. Oblong, matted small folio; margins. Vienna, Christian Nebehay, 1953.

Ansicht des Jungfernsteigs in Hamburg, 1817 (etc.)

Four sanguine engravings on one sheet, as follows: a) Ansicht des Jungfernsteigs in Hamburg, 1817; view. b) Oeffentlicher Gottesdienst der Deutschen, nach Ihren Einzug in Paris, den 7ten Junÿ 1815; military-religious observance, outdoors. c) Franzosische Treue; military-court scene. d) Zum Andenken der Erkämpften Deutschen Freiheit, am 18. October 1814; allegory. Four sanguine engravings on one sheet, as follows: a) Ansicht des Jungfernsteigs in Hamburg, 1817; view. b) Oeffentlicher Gottesdienst der Deutschen, nach Ihren Einzug in Paris, den 7ten Junÿ 1815; military-religious observance, outdoors. c) Franzosische Treue; military-court scene. d) Zum Andenken der Erkämpften Deutschen Freiheit, am 18. October 1814; allegory. Oblong, matted medium folio; plate mark, margins. N.Y., Rockman Prints, 1951.

Ansicht des Hofes der k:k: Militair Academie von der Ost Seite

1st of pair of original watercolors signed by (Franz? Franciszek?) Gatton; view across courtyard, showing small soldier figures. 1st of pair of original watercolors signed by (Franz? Franciszek?) Gatton; view across courtyard, showing small soldier figures. Small, 2 pieces [cf. AuO1840f-2b]; margins intact; clean. Vienna, Christian Nebehay, 1957.

Ansicht der Insel St. Helena von der Seite des einzigen Landungs-platzes in der Nähe des fort James

Hand-colored aquatint after 'einem Ingr. offizier'; view of cliffs, forts and harbor of St. Helena, showing small figures of British marines etc. on breakwater and in boats in foreground, 2 warships at right. Hand-colored aquatint after 'einem Ingr. offizier'; view of cliffs, forts and harbor of St. Helena, showing small figures of British marines etc. on breakwater and in boats in foreground, 2 warships at right. Oblong folio; margins slightly trimmed; clean.

Ansicht der grossen Schlacht bei Neuberg an der Donau in Baiern, den 26 Jun. An. 1800

Engraving (imagerie-type); perspective view of battle on plain with cavalry combat in foreground, walled city with spires in distance. Engraving (imagerie-type); perspective view of battle on plain with cavalry combat in foreground, walled city with spires in distance. Oblong folio; margins; creased, soiled, top stained. N.Y., Rockman Prints, 1957.

Another Xample or the fatal effects of useing too much foolscap

One of a collection of 6 hand-colored engraved military caricatures by and after Heath; Lord Anglesey, in hussar uniform, runs forward (right to left), looking sourly over his shoulder at Wellington, who is indicated by an aquiline nose projecting from the right margin. One of a collection of 6 hand-colored engraved military caricatures by and after Heath; Lord Anglesey, in hussar uniform, runs forward (right to left), looking sourly over his shoulder at Wellington, who is indicated by an aquiline nose projecting from the right margin. Upright folio, matted; plate mark, margins intact; soiled, worn, torn. N.Y., Rockman Prints, 1949.

Anniversary dinner. St. James' Palace, 16th June 1860: Grenadier Guards

Menu card print blue and brown with hand colored line lithograph vignette after G.W. Higginson showing 2 soldier figures and trophies. Menu card print blue and brown with hand colored line lithograph vignette after G.W. Higginson showing 2 soldier figures and trophies. Upright; margins intact; clean. Presented, 1967, by Walter Schatzki. Subtitle supplied by cataloger.

Anne Jules Duc de Noilles Pair et Marechal de France: Gouvernour de Rousillon premier Capitaine des gardes du corps d...

Mezzotint (by Beckett after Wissing). 'Portrait of Anne Jules Duc de Noailles, three-quarter length to right, wearing long wig, lace cravat, armour, sash with badge of the Order of the Holy Ghost, holding a truncheon emblazoned with fleurs-de-lis, and with helmet next to him; in the background, a battle involving cavalry, and a castle. Third state altered from Prince George of Denmark to portray Anne Jules Duc de Noailles' -- British Museum Mezzotint (by Beckett after Wissing). 'Portrait of Anne Jules Duc de Noailles, three-quarter length to right, wearing long wig, lace cravat, armour, sash with badge of the Order of the Holy Ghost, holding a truncheon emblazoned with fleurs-de-lis, and with helmet next to him; in the background, a battle involving cavalry, and a castle. Third state altered from Prince George of Denmark to portray Anne Jules Duc de Noailles' -- British Museum Upright folio, matted; margins severely trimmed; worn, repaired tear. N.Y., Argosy, 1954. Title: Anne Jules Duc de Noilles Pair et Marechal de France Gouverneur de Roussillon premier Capitaine des gardes du corps du Roy general de ses armees en Catalogne etca.

Anna Iwanowna Jetzt Regierende Russische Kaiserin

Engraving by Mentzel; 3/4-length portrait in court robe, small crown on head, scepter in hand. Engraving by Mentzel; 3/4-length portrait in court robe, small crown on head, scepter in hand. Small upright folio; margins severely trimmed. N.Y., Rockman Prints, 1968.

Anleitung zur Tactic. 1787

Original unsigned wash drawing for title-page of drill-book; scrolled cartouche or plaque with title, resting on base of drums, sentry at left center, tent in background, troops drilling in distance. Original unsigned wash drawing for title-page of drill-book; scrolled cartouche or plaque with title, resting on base of drums, sentry at left center, tent in background, troops drilling in distance. Small oblong folio; margins intact; yellowed and soiled. N.Y., Rockman Print, 1961.

Anlauff der Spaniard zu der Staten Leger da uber sich gross Scharmutzell hatt erhaben am 1 August 1578

13th in collection of 15 etched plates of sieges, battles, etc.; panoramic battle scene, artillery and cavalry behind low fortifications in left foreground, battle raging in background. 13th in collection of 15 etched plates of sieges, battles, etc.; panoramic battle scene, artillery and cavalry behind low fortifications in left foreground, battle raging in background. Folio, unbound; in maroon cloth case, yellow cloth backstrip label stamped gold. From: 'Novus De Leone Belgico, eiusque topographica atque historica descriptione liber...' by Michael Eytzinger (1586). N.Y., Rockman Prints, 1951.

Ankunst und Einzug der Trykgischen Potschafften…zv Prag den XII October Anno 1609 [6th section]: Von ir. Rom: Kay: Ma...

6th panel of folded engraved panorama by Suchuduller; procession of mounted figures, drummers, trumpeters, standard-bearers riding from left to right. One of 6 engravings of the ceremonial entry of the Turkish Ambassador into Prague (each panel measuring 12 x 34 cm.), each mounted on a single linen sheet folded and opening from right to left. 6th panel of folded engraved panorama by Suchuduller; procession of mounted figures, drummers, trumpeters, standard-bearers riding from left to right. One of 6 engravings of the ceremonial entry of the Turkish Ambassador into Prague (each panel measuring 12 x 34 cm.), each mounted on a single linen sheet folded and opening from right to left. Reference: Erika Supria Honisch, 'Encounters with Music in Rudolf II's Prague, Austrian History Yearbook, Vol. LII, 2021, pages 64-80. Reference: Kateřina Horníčková & Michal Šroněk, 'Staging Oriental Delegations at the Habsburg Imperial Court in Prague (1600-1610)' Narrow oblong folio; Liechtenstein Collection 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/)

Ankunst und Einzug der Trykgischen Potschafften…zv Prag den XII October Anno 1609 [5th section]: Von ir. Rom: Kay: Ma...

5th panel of folded engraved panorama by Suchuduller; procession of mounted personages, drummer, trumpeters, riding from left to right. One of 6 engravings of the ceremonial entry of the Turkish Ambassador into Prague (each panel measuring 12 x 34 cm.), each mounted on a single linen sheet folded and opening from right to left. 5th panel of folded engraved panorama by Suchuduller; procession of mounted personages, drummer, trumpeters, riding from left to right. One of 6 engravings of the ceremonial entry of the Turkish Ambassador into Prague (each panel measuring 12 x 34 cm.), each mounted on a single linen sheet folded and opening from right to left. Reference: Erika Supria Honisch, 'Encounters with Music in Rudolf II's Prague, Austrian History Yearbook, Vol. LII, 2021, pages 64-80 Reference: Kateřina Horníčková & Michal Šroněk, 'Staging Oriental Delegations at the Habsburg Imperial Court in Prague (1600-1610)' Narrow oblong folio; Liechtenstein Collection 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/)

Ankunst und Einzug der Trykgischen Potschafften…zv Prag den XII October Anno 1609 [3rd section]: Von ir. Rom: Kay: Ma...

3rd panel of folded engraved panorama by Suchuduller; procession of mounted figures, personages including the Turkish ambassador, foot soldiers, riding from left to right. One of 6 engravings of the ceremonial entry of the Turkish Ambassador into Prague (each panel measuring 12 x 34 cm.), each mounted on a single linen sheet folded and opening from right to left. 3rd panel of folded engraved panorama by Suchuduller; procession of mounted figures, personages including the Turkish ambassador, foot soldiers, riding from left to right. One of 6 engravings of the ceremonial entry of the Turkish Ambassador into Prague (each panel measuring 12 x 34 cm.), each mounted on a single linen sheet folded and opening from right to left. Reference: Erika Supria Honisch, 'Encounters with Music in Rudolf II's Prague, Austrian History Yearbook, Vol. LII, 2021, pages 64-80. Reference: Kateřina Horníčková & Michal Šroněk, 'Staging Oriental Delegations at the Habsburg Imperial Court in Prague (1600-1610)' Narrow oblong folio; Liechtenstein Collection 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/)

Ankunst und Einzug der Trykgischen Potschafften…zv Prag den XII October Anno 1609 [2nd section]: Von ir. Rom: Kay: Ma...

2nd panel of folded engraved panorama by Suchuduller; mounted figures, standard-bearers, foot soldiers and trumpeters in procession, riding from left to right. One of 6 engravings of the ceremonial entry of the Turkish Ambassador into Prague (each panel measuring 12 x 34 cm.), each mounted on a single linen sheet folded and opening from right to left. 2nd panel of folded engraved panorama by Suchuduller; mounted figures, standard-bearers, foot soldiers and trumpeters in procession, riding from left to right. One of 6 engravings of the ceremonial entry of the Turkish Ambassador into Prague (each panel measuring 12 x 34 cm.), each mounted on a single linen sheet folded and opening from right to left. Reference: Erika Supria Honisch, 'Encounters with Music in Rudolf II's Prague, Austrian History Yearbook, Vol. LII, 2021, pages 64-80. Reference: Kateřina Horníčková & Michal Šroněk, 'Staging Oriental Delegations at the Habsburg Imperial Court in Prague (1600-1610)'. Narrow oblong folio; Liechtenstein Collection 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/)

Ankunst und Einzug der Trykgischen Potschafften…zv Prag den XII October Anno 1609 [1st section]: Von ir. Rom: Kay: Ma...

1st panel of folded engraved panorama by Suchuduller; mounted figures, standard-bearers, foot soldiers and trumpeters in procession, riding from left to right. Engraved title and suite of 6 engravings of the ceremonial entry of the Turkish Ambassador into Prague (each panel measuring 12 x 34 cm.), each mounted on a single linen sheet folded and opening from right to left. 1st panel of folded engraved panorama by Suchuduller; mounted figures, standard-bearers, foot soldiers and trumpeters in procession, riding from left to right. Engraved title and suite of 6 engravings of the ceremonial entry of the Turkish Ambassador into Prague (each panel measuring 12 x 34 cm.), each mounted on a single linen sheet folded and opening from right to left. Reference: Erika Supria Honisch, 'Encounters with Music in Rudolf II's Prague, Austrian History Yearbook, Vol. LII, 2021, pages 64-80. Reference: Kateřina Horníčková & Michal Šroněk, 'Staging Oriental Delegations at the Habsburg Imperial Court in Prague (1600-1610)' Narrow oblong folio; Liechtenstein Collection 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/)

Ankunst und Einzug der Trykgischen Potschafften wie sy allhier zv Prag den XII October Anno 1609 [4th section]: Von i...

4th section of folded engraved panorama by Suchuduller; mounted figures in procession, riding from left to right. One of 6 engravings of the ceremonial entry of the Turkish Ambassador into Prague (each panel measuring 12 x 34 cm.), each mounted on a single linen sheet folded and opening from right to left. 4th section of folded engraved panorama by Suchuduller; mounted figures in procession, riding from left to right. One of 6 engravings of the ceremonial entry of the Turkish Ambassador into Prague (each panel measuring 12 x 34 cm.), each mounted on a single linen sheet folded and opening from right to left. References: Erika Supria Honisch, 'Encounters with Music in Rudolf II's Prague, Austrian History Yearbook, Vol. LII, 2021, pages 64-80. Reference: Kateřina Horníčková & Michal Šroněk, 'Staging Oriental Delegations at the Habsburg Imperial Court in Prague (1600-1610)'. Narrow oblong folio; Liechtenstein Collection 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/)

Ankunft Josephs II in Elysium

Hand-colored engraving by and after Löschenkohl; Joseph stepping from small boat after crossing river, being welcomed by assemblage of predecessors and personages on riverbank. Hand-colored engraving by and after Löschenkohl; Joseph stepping from small boat after crossing river, being welcomed by assemblage of predecessors and personages on riverbank. Oblong folio; plate mark, margins trimmed close; worn; matted. N.Y., Walter Schatzki, 1960.

Ankunft französischer Gefangener in Ingolstadt. 10t. August 1870

Colored lithograph by J.F. Schreiber; prisoners including Zouaves and Turcos being marched through street, men, women and children watching at left, buildings in foreground. Colored lithograph by J.F. Schreiber; prisoners including Zouaves and Turcos being marched through street, men, women and children watching at left, buildings in foreground. Oblong medium folio, matted; margins intact; margins worn. New York, Walter Schatski, 1954.

Ankunft des Kaisers in Nussdorf den 12ten August 1848

Color lithograph; large crowd of men, women and children spectators standing near landing pavilion decorated with banners, group of small school girls on right, Imperial river ship arriving in background. Color lithograph; large crowd of men, women and children spectators standing near landing pavilion decorated with banners, group of small school girls on right, Imperial river ship arriving in background. Oblong folio; margins intact; clean. Vienna, Nebehay, 1955.