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Japanese Cavalryman and General from 1844 in Wahlen's Historical Lithograph
€250
$280 · £210
Original print, not a reproduction.
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- Date
- 1844
- Sheet size
- 10.1 × 6.7 in (25.7 × 17 cm)
- Condition
- Good. Given age. Faintly browned, and with some small stains. Some glue remains (from binding) in the far left margin (not affecting image). General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study the scans.
- Collection
- Uniforms & regiments
- Era
- 1816 to 1899, Empire and industry
- Stock no.
- f_41397972
Title: "Japanese Cavalryman and General from 1844 in Wahlen's Historical Lithographs"
Description:
These hand-colored lithographs feature a Cavalier Japonais (Japanese Cavalryman) and General Japonais (Japanese General) on horseback.
These prints are from the 1844 Asia volume of Auguste Wahlen’s *"Moeurs, Usages et Costumes de tous les Peuples de Monde"* (Customs, Manners and Dress of All the Peoples of the World). The prints were created using hand-colored lithography on vellum paper, enhanced with Arabic gum to give the colors a vibrant, glossy finish.
Notable Features:
- Cavalier Japonais: The cavalryman is shown riding at a gallop, wearing traditional armor with distinct layered garments. His swift movement conveys the dynamic nature of mounted Japanese warriors.
- General Japonais: The general is depicted in a commanding pose on horseback, adorned in more elaborate and decorative attire, symbolizing his higher rank and authority.
Attractiveness:
The prints are highly attractive due to their intricate detailing of the horses' tack, the flowing garments, and the vivid hand-coloring that brings the scene to life. The use of motion in the cavalryman’s pose adds a sense of action, while the general’s poised stance conveys authority, making the images visually engaging and historically informative.
