Schutter Artillerist 1835 - 1850

This detailed illustration of a "Schutter Artillerist" (a marksman or a gunner) is a piece by Albertus Verhoesen. The artwork, created between 1835-1850, exemplifies the artist's meticulous attention to detail. Verhoesen, a renowned Dutch painter, often focused on capturing the uniforms and weaponry of military personnel, providing insight into the sartorial conventions and military practices of the period. This print, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into the military history of the Netherlands through its depiction of a soldier in his full regalia.