Halbardier 1895

"Halbardier," created in 1895 by Alfred Boilot, depicts a soldier in full uniform standing in an interior space. The subject’s posture is relaxed yet alert, holding a halberd at the ready. The composition is simple and direct, focusing on the soldier’s figure against a backdrop of a darkened wall and partially drawn curtains. This work is a fine example of 19th-century printmaking, employing meticulous detail and subtle tonal variations to create a sense of realism. The artwork is currently held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.