Lancers on the March 1831

"Lancers on the March" is a lithograph created in 1831 by Nicolas Toussaint Charlet, a French artist renowned for his depictions of military life. This particular work captures a moment of intense action as a group of lancers, mounted horsemen armed with lances, prepare for battle. The scene is rendered in charcoal, with a focus on the dynamic poses of the soldiers and the dramatic effect of the wind-blown trees in the background. This piece highlights Charlet's skill in depicting the human figure and conveying the energy and tension of a military encounter. The Art Institute of Chicago houses this exquisite example of Charlet's artistic mastery.