Auguste Raffet, Infantry Parade, 1800s, Lithograph

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Lithograph on wove paper, signed in the plate. Published by Gihaut Frères, Paris. Printed by Auguste Bry, Paris. A highly … Read more Lithograph on wove paper, signed in the plate. Published by Gihaut Frères, Paris. Printed by Auguste Bry, Paris. A highly detailed lithograph depicting the impressive parade of the Infantry Regiment of the Duke of Brunswick. Rows of grenadiers march in perfect formation with rifles and flags, symbolizing the strength and discipline of the mid-19th century European military. Raffet’s virtuosity in lithography captures the rhythm of movement and the solemn grandeur of military life, qualities that made him one of the leading illustrators of his time. Raffet’s military scenes were widely admired during his lifetime, collected by nobles, and remain sought-after today for their precision and historical value. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
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