Grenadiers de la vieille garde impériale / Garde départementale 1827 - 1894

"Grenadiers de la vieille garde impériale / Garde départementale" is a detailed lithograph by M. Hemeleers-van Houter, created between 1827 and 1894. The artwork is a meticulously rendered visual guide showcasing the uniform variations of French military regiments, specifically the Grenadiers of the Imperial Old Guard and the Departmental Guard. Each figure is depicted in full uniform, highlighting the distinct details of each regiment. This lithograph is a valuable historical record of military fashion and serves as a visual testament to the intricacies of military dress during the Napoleonic era. The artwork is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam.