745 - N. CHARLET (1792–1845), Military officer in full dress uniform, circa 1830, Lithograph

N. CHARLET (1792–1845), Military officer in full dress uniform, circa 1830, Lithograph Nicolas-Toussaint Charlet (1792, Paris – 1845, ibid.): Military officer in parade uniform. Depiction of an officer in parade uniform with a saber and decorative helmet, c. 1830, lithograph Technique: Lithograph on paper Inscription: Signed “Charlet” in the lower left corner of the printing plate. At the bottom, inscribed on the printing plate: "CAPITAINE DE GRENADIERS A PIED. Grande tenue." Date: c. 1830 Description: The artwork depicts an officer in a splendid military uniform with a decorated hat and epaulettes. He stands proudly with a saber at his side, while another person in formal attire can be seen in the background. The scene is set in a rural setting, perhaps hinting at a military or historical narrative. Keywords: Officer, 19th century, Romanticism, Military, France, Size: Paper: 31.5 cm x 23.3 cm (12.4 x 9.2 in), Image: 25.7 cm x 17.6 cm (10.1 x 6.9 in) Condition: In fairly good condition. The artwork shows slight yellowing and a few small stains in the upper margin. There is a short tear in the lower left margin. The upper left corner of the sheet is slightly creased and has a minor tear at the top. There is a prominent crease in the lower left of the illustration. The main part of the illustration remains clear and unaltered. Minimal traces of wear along the margins are visible.