Twee infantristen en drie Turkse mannen 1844

"Twee infantristen en drie Turkse mannen" (Two Infantrymen and Three Turkish Men) is a lithograph by French artist Auguste Raffet, created in 1844. This piece, housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a group of five men, two French infantrymen and three Turkish men, standing in a conversation, capturing the essence of the French presence in the Ottoman Empire. The work is known for Raffet's detailed depiction of military uniforms and the dynamic interaction between the soldiers. The artwork is a testament to Raffet's skill in capturing the nuances of military life and the cultural exchanges that occurred during the colonial era.