Jager 1785

"Jager Offizier" (1785) is an anonymous watercolor depicting a military officer in full uniform. The officer stands in a formal pose, holding his sword with a confident air. The detail of the uniform, from the feathered hat to the intricate embroidery, provides a glimpse into the fashion of the time. The piece exemplifies the genre of costume prints, which were popular in the 18th century, and offers a valuable historical record of military attire. It is part of the collection of the Rijksmuseum.