741 - N. CHARLET (1792–1845), The Army of the North at Dawn, circa 1833, Lithograph

N. CHARLET (1792–1845), The Army of the North at Dawn, circa 1833, Lithograph Nicolas-Toussaint Charlet (1792, Paris – 1845, ibid.): Army of the North at Dawn: A military platoon in front of a building at dawn, c. 1833, lithograph Technique: Lithograph on paper Catalog Raisonné: , 805 Inscription: Signed “Charlet” in the lower right corner of the printing plate. At the bottom, inscribed on the printing plate: “Imp. Lith de Gihaut Frères Editeurs / Boulevard des Italiens 5 / Le Matin.” Date: c. 1833 Description: The artwork depicts a rural scene with numerous soldiers gathered in front of a building surrounded by trees. The focus is on a military event. The nuanced depictions reveal clear narrative structures. Source: () Boulevards des Italiens, 1833, No. 5 | print series, Genre, Politics Bibliography: Joseph Félix Leblanc de La Combe: Charlet, His Life, His Letters, Followed by a Reasoned Description of His Lithographic Work; Paris 1856. Cat. Rais. No.: 805. Keywords: Landscape, 19th century, Biedermeier, Military, France, Size: Paper: 26.0 cm x 34.9 cm (10.2 x 13.7 in), Image: 7.4 cm x 17.8 cm (2.9 x 7 in) Condition: In fairly good condition. The artwork shows slight discoloration and stains around the edges. Slightly soiled and creased in places along the edges. The corners of the sheet are minimally bumped. The central image remains clear and rich in detail. No visible tears or wear.