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Napoleonic Carabinier 1805, Imperial Guard Heavy Cavalry Print, 1843
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About the Item
Napoleonic Carabinier 1805, Imperial Guard Heavy Cavalry Print
Description:
This original hand-coloured 19th-century engraving depicts a Carabinier of the French heavy cavalry during the Napoleonic Wars, dated 1805, at the height of Napoleon Bonaparte’s imperial power. Shown standing beside his horse in full service uniform, the figure represents one of the most elite and physically imposing cavalry units of the Grande Armée. The tall bearskin headdress, red epaulettes, long sword, and carefully detailed equipment emphasize the prestige and battlefield authority of the Carabiniers.
The Carabiniers were renowned for their strength, discipline, and shock tactics, serving as heavy cavalry alongside the cuirassiers during Napoleon’s major campaigns, including Austerlitz. Unlike lighter cavalry units, they were intended to break enemy lines through sheer force and momentum, a role reflected in the solid stance of the soldier and the powerful build of the horse. The composition balances military precision with quiet authority, reinforcing the elite status of this corps within Napoleon’s army.
This print originates from *Histoire de l’Empereur Napoléon* by P.-M. Laurent de l’Ardèche, published in Paris in 1843, with illustrations after designs by Horace Vernet. Vernet was the foremost military artist of his time and played a decisive role in shaping the visual memory of the Napoleonic era. His depictions are valued for their accuracy in uniform details and their ability to convey both historical realism and imperial grandeur.
Created during the 19th-century revival of interest in Napoleon, this engraving combines documentary value with strong decorative appeal. It is particularly suitable for collectors of Napoleonic history, French military art, and equestrian imagery, and pairs well with other Imperial Guard or cavalry subjects from the same series.
Condition report:
Good condition overall. Light age toning and scattered foxing, mainly in the margins. Hand colouring remains vivid and well-preserved. No major tears or losses. Generous margins.
Framing tips:
A dark wood or black frame with a soft off-white mat will enhance the strong colours and formal character of the subject. Especially effective when displayed alongside other Napoleonic cavalry or Imperial Guard prints.
Technique: Hand-coloured engraving
Maker: After Horace Vernet, France, Paris, 1843
- Dimensions:Height: 9.97 in (25.3 cm)Width: 6.3 in (16 cm)Depth: 0.01 in (0.2 mm)
- Materials and Techniques:Paper,Engraved
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1843
- Condition:Good condition overall. Light age toning and scattered foxing, mainly in the margins. Hand colouring remains vivid and well-preserved. No major tears or losses. Generous margins.
- Seller Location:Langweer, NL
- Reference Number:Seller: BG-14174-1-101stDibs: LU3054347988372
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