Dekblad van album met adresnotitie en voorstelling van een soldaat 1814 - 1869

This album cover, crafted by Alexander Cranendoncq, presents us with an intriguing figure: a soldier, specifically a drummer. Consider the drum itself, an ancient instrument. Across cultures, drums signal the primal pulse, the heartbeat of communal life. From tribal rituals to military marches, it’s a call to action, deeply embedded in our collective memory. We see drums in ancient Egyptian processions and hear their echoes in modern military bands. Note how this soldier stands, bearing his drum. It is a potent symbol, evoking martial power, but it also connects to the deeper, almost subconscious, human need for rhythm and collective identity. The drummer in this artwork is more than just a soldier; he embodies the enduring rhythm of human history. The beat goes on.