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.
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Items in this collection

41 Soissoinais 1789. 24-23 Royal 1789

Original watercolor; 2 uniform figures showing front and rear of uniforms, outdoors. Original watercolor; 2 uniform figures showing front and rear of uniforms, outdoors. Small upright, matted; margins; clean. New York, Rockman Prints, 1954.

40th Regiment. Facings buff, officers lace gold

80th in collection of 140 watercolor drawings by Lawson, of uniform figures and details, copied from pattern-book of 1768; drawing of off-white oblong uniform patch, with red and black stripes. 80th in collection of 140 watercolor drawings by Lawson, of uniform figures and details, copied from pattern-book of 1768; drawing of off-white oblong uniform patch, with red and black stripes. Unbound; in 1/4 red morocco and red cloth case stamped gold; clean.

40th Regiment

40th Regiment

Brown University

79th in collection of 140 watercolor drawings by Lawson, of uniform figures and details, copied from pattern-book of 1768; standing infantryman in red coat, white trousers, white facings, with shouldered rifle. 79th in collection of 140 watercolor drawings by Lawson, of uniform figures and details, copied from pattern-book of 1768; standing infantryman in red coat, white trousers, white facings, with shouldered rifle. Unbound; in 1/4 red morocco and red cloth case st. gold; clean.

40th Foot - South Lancashire Regiment - uniforms, 1786-1881: Composite

Original composite watercolor signed and dated 1888 by Wymer; 8 groups showing uniforms of 1786, 1792, 1807, 1815, 1829, 1837, 1849, 1881. Original composite watercolor signed and dated 1888 by Wymer; 8 groups showing uniforms of 1786, 1792, 1807, 1815, 1829, 1837, 1849, 1881. Oblong folio, matted; no margins; clean. London, Parker Gallery, 1952. title provided by cataloger

40th Foot

40th Foot

Brown University

34th in collection of 66 original ink and watercolor drawings of uniform figures (semi-caricatures, not contemporary) by Brouillet; profile view, standing figure of infantryman in scarlet jacket, buff trousers, walking toward left carrying regimental colors on shoulder. 34th in collection of 66 original ink and watercolor drawings of uniform figures (semi-caricatures, not contemporary) by Brouillet; profile view, standing figure of infantryman in scarlet jacket, buff trousers, walking toward left carrying regimental colors on shoulder. Unbound; in red cloth case, red leather label st. gold "J. Brouillet. British and Egyptian troops in Egypt, 1798-1800"; clean.

4. Linien-Infanterie-Regt., Fusilier 1809 in Spanien

One of a suite of 24 original watercolor drawings by Knötel of Westphalian uniform figures (infantry, cavalry and musicians), 1808-1813. Figure in brown, white and blue facing left with rifle strap over right shoulder. One of a suite of 24 original watercolor drawings by Knötel of Westphalian uniform figures (infantry, cavalry and musicians), 1808-1813. Figure in brown, white and blue facing left with rifle strap over right shoulder. Upright, unbound, in blue cloth case, white leather back stamped gold. Berlin, Knötel, 1953.

4. Chevaulegers reg., c. 1835

3rd in collection of 4 unsigned watercolors of uniform groups and figures (by Drexler? 2 copies after Anton Hoffmann); 2 cavalrymen wearing green uniforms conversing in village square, 1 smoking pipe, mounted cavalryman in background, other smaller soldier figures near cafe in background. 3rd in collection of 4 unsigned watercolors of uniform groups and figures (by Drexler? 2 copies after Anton Hoffmann); 2 cavalrymen wearing green uniforms conversing in village square, 1 smoking pipe, mounted cavalryman in background, other smaller soldier figures near cafe in background. Upright and small; no margins; clean. title provided by cataloger

4. Chev. Rgt. König: Rittmeister 1811

4th in a collection of 17 unsigned original watercolors (not contemporary) of cavalry, infantry, and artillery uniforms, 1806-1822; front view of chevalier in cape, holding sword Small folio, unbound; clean; in blue portfolio, white leather labels stamped gold.

4 soldiers on ship deck

4 soldiers on ship deck

Brown University

Original pencil sketch signed and dated by Chapman; soldier or sailor wearing life jacket beside lifeboat in right foreground; 3 more soldiers observing from upper deck in left background. Original pencil sketch signed and dated by Chapman; soldier or sailor wearing life jacket beside lifeboat in right foreground; 3 more soldiers observing from upper deck in left background. Chapman served in the U.S. Army and sketched scenes stateside, in convoy, and in England before being transferred in 1944 to the Public Relations and Historical Section of the 84th Infantry Division to produce work on the Battle of Germany. He also did cartoons for the 84th divisional newspaper and Stars & Stripes. title provided by cataloger

4 men, one mounted, escort prisoner

One of a collection of 16 oblong etched plates by Meyer; Prisoner being escorted by figure with plumed hat and rifle and another man with hat in hand while mounted figure and man next to horse look on, fighting and burning building in left background. One of a collection of 16 oblong etched plates by Meyer; Prisoner being escorted by figure with plumed hat and rifle and another man with hat in hand while mounted figure and man next to horse look on, fighting and burning building in left background. 3/4 brown morocco and brown marble boards; clean, margins trimmed away, mounted. Title supplied by cataloger. Leichtenstein-Hauslab Collection, 1951.

4 Guardia d'Onore

4 Guardia d'Onore

Brown University

One of a collection of 13 original watercolors of uniform figures and of uniform details signed by C.M. in lower left corner and Ambide Tiboldo (?) in upper right corner; 4 members of the Guardia d'Onore, each holding a rifle. One of a collection of 13 original watercolors of uniform figures and of uniform details signed by C.M. in lower left corner and Ambide Tiboldo (?) in upper right corner; 4 members of the Guardia d'Onore, each holding a rifle. Oblong folio, unbound; slightly soiled, holes in right margin. In red cloth slip-case, green leather label stamped gold: 'Army of Prince Eugene, Viceroy of Italy - Original Water Colors'. Paris, Delacre sale, 1961.

4 de Regiment Koninklÿke Infanterie van Ligne

8th of 21 unsigned original watercolor drawings of standing figures in landscape background, showing uniforms under Louis Bonaparte; infantryman in white uniform, pink facings, black shako, with shouldered rifle. 8th of 21 unsigned original watercolor drawings of standing figures in landscape background, showing uniforms under Louis Bonaparte; infantryman in white uniform, pink facings, black shako, with shouldered rifle. Small folio; bound in 1/4 parchment lettered black on backstrip and marble boards; clean, one drawing spotted. Brussels, Delacre sale, 1961.

3za. Compagnia Guardia d'Onore di Brescia

3rd in suite of 4 hand-colored engraved plates of uniform figures; standing infantryman in navy blue jacket, red trim, white trousers, with shouldered rifle, facing forward. 3rd in suite of 4 hand-colored engraved plates of uniform figures; standing infantryman in navy blue jacket, red trim, white trousers, with shouldered rifle, facing forward. Small; plate marks, margins trimmed; clean; in folio slipcase of green cloth, red leather label stamped gold. Paris, Grangié sale, 1967.

3te Ansichte von Luxenburg

2nd in pair of hand-colored engravings after Selig; view in walled town from fortifications, with soldiers and artillery bastions in foreground. 2nd in pair of hand-colored engravings after Selig; view in walled town from fortifications, with soldiers and artillery bastions in foreground. Large oblong folio, matted; plate marks, margins intact; clean. From 1814 to 1815, Selig was an artillery lieutenant of the Hesse garrison in Luxembourg and painted a number of watercolors of the fortifications New York, Walter Schatzki, 1951.

3rd--East Kent, the Buffs--Regiment of Foot, c. 1835

Two standing soldiers, one front view and one from rear. Buildings and troops in background. Two standing soldiers, one front view and one from rear. Buildings and troops in background. Upright folio; attached to board; no margins; clean. Title supplied by cataloger. London, Parker Gallery, 1961.

3rd the King's Own Hussars, 1890

Original watercolor signed and dated by O'Beirne; uniform group of 8 mounted and dismounted figures, outdoors. Original watercolor signed and dated by O'Beirne; uniform group of 8 mounted and dismounted figures, outdoors. Small oblong folio, matted; no margins; clean. Title supplied by cataloger. London, Parker Gallery, 1950.

3rd Skinner's Horse (Late 3rd Bengal Cavalry)

One of a collection of 21 signed watercolors of uniform figures and groups by Rose. Figure in blue and orange facing right. One of a collection of 21 signed watercolors of uniform figures and groups by Rose. Figure in blue and orange facing right. Unbound; in 1/2 green leather and red cloth portfolio stamped gold; slightly soiled. London, Parker Gallery, 1952.

3rd Regt. of Cuirassiers des Gardes royales de France

Hand-colored engraving after Heath; mounted uniform figure, facing right. Hand-colored engraving after Heath; mounted uniform figure, facing right. Upright, matted; margins severely trimmed; clean. Bedford, Peter Young; 1950.

3rd Regt. - Foot Guards. A Light Infantry man equiped for service

Hand-colored engraving (after Edward Hull); standing uniform figure adjusting musket, smaller figures of drummer and others in background. Hand-colored engraving (after Edward Hull); standing uniform figure adjusting musket, smaller figures of drummer and others in background. Upright, matted; plate mark, margins. A smaller version of the plate from 'The Costume of the British Army in MDCCCXXVIII' by M. Gauci after E. Hull. London, Parker Gallery, 1969.

3rd Regiment. Facings buff, officers lace silver

6th in collection of 140 watercolor drawings by Lawson, of uniform figures and details, copied from pattern-book of 1768; oblong drawing of buff regimental uniform patch, with red, black and yellow stripes. 6th in collection of 140 watercolor drawings by Lawson, of uniform figures and details, copied from pattern-book of 1768; oblong drawing of buff regimental uniform patch, with red, black and yellow stripes. Unbound; in 1/4 red morocco and red cloth case st. gold; clean.

3rd Regiment

3rd Regiment

Brown University

5th in collection of 140 watercolor drawings by Lawson, of uniform figures and details, copied from pattern-book of 1768; standing infantryman in red coat, buff trousers and facings, with shouldered rifle. 5th in collection of 140 watercolor drawings by Lawson, of uniform figures and details, copied from pattern-book of 1768; standing infantryman in red coat, buff trousers and facings, with shouldered rifle. Unbound; in 1/4 red morocco and red cloth case st. gold; clean.

3rd Prince of Wales's Dragoon Guards: officer and trumpeter

One of collection of matted signed and unsigned watercolors, some dated, by Simkin; 2 mounted uniform figures, one blowing bugle, galloping toward left across field. One of collection of matted signed and unsigned watercolors, some dated, by Simkin; 2 mounted uniform figures, one blowing bugle, galloping toward left across field. Small upright folio, matted; margins; slightly soiled. London, Parker Gallery. Subtitle provided by cataloger.

3rd or Ks. On. Light Drags. 1843

Unsigned Native Indian watercolor (crude) depicting mounted officer with sword raised, troop of Light Dragoons in front of a mountainous landscape and tower. Unsigned Native Indian watercolor (crude) depicting mounted officer with sword raised, troop of Light Dragoons in front of a mountainous landscape and tower. Oblong folio; matted; lower margin with title; yellowed and stained. Stow-on-the-Wold, Christoper Clarke Antiques, 2008

3rd Officer (Dutch). Javanese (Yo-Yo)

1 pencil drawing in sketchbook; head and hsoulders of two figures 1 pencil drawing in sketchbook; head and hsoulders of two figures Murphy joined the New York 7th Regiment in 1940 and trained at Camp Stewart, Georgia. He sailed to Australia in 1943 and served on General MacArthur's staff. Later he went to New Guinea and the Philippines before moving on to Japan following the surrender. Small folio. Gift of the artist, 1994 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/)

3rd Middlesex Volunteers

Unsigned original ink and watercolor drawing; standing uniform figure of officer. Unsigned original ink and watercolor drawing; standing uniform figure of officer. Upright, matted; margins. London, Parker Gallery, 1972.

3rd Lt Dragoons 1855 Hounslow

One of a collection of 18 original watercolors after Robert Ebsworth of uniform groups. 13 figures in blue, some playing drums, some on horseback, some with white plumed hats. One of a collection of 18 original watercolors after Robert Ebsworth of uniform groups. 13 figures in blue, some playing drums, some on horseback, some with white plumed hats. Oblong, unbound, in red cloth case, red leather label stamped gold; clean.

3rd Kings African Rifles: marching order, 1904

From suite of 9 ink and watercolor sketches of uniform figures, by Lawson; back view, soldier in khaki uniform, khaki hat, wearing pack, standing at attention with grounded rifle. From suite of 9 ink and watercolor sketches of uniform figures, by Lawson; back view, soldier in khaki uniform, khaki hat, wearing pack, standing at attention with grounded rifle. Small, unbound; clean; in beige cloth case, red leather label st. gold "African regiments 1897-1957 - water colors by C.C.P. Lawson". London, Lawson, 1959.

3rd Kings African Rifles: marching order, 1904

From suite of 9 ink and watercolor sketches of uniform figures, by Lawson; soldier in khaki uniform, khaki hat, standing at attention with grounded rifle. From suite of 9 ink and watercolor sketches of uniform figures, by Lawson; soldier in khaki uniform, khaki hat, standing at attention with grounded rifle. Small, unbound; clean; in beige cloth case, red leather label st. gold "African regiments 1897-1957 - water colors by C.C.P. Lawson". London, Lawson, 1959.

3rd Kings African Rifles: drummer, 1910

From suite of 9 ink and watercolor sketches of uniform figures, by Lawson; standing figure of drummer in khaki uniform, red fez, carrying drum. From suite of 9 ink and watercolor sketches of uniform figures, by Lawson; standing figure of drummer in khaki uniform, red fez, carrying drum. Small, unbound; clean; in beige cloth case, red leather label st. gold "African regiments 1897-1957 - water colors by C.C.P. Lawson". London, Lawson, 1959.