Achterhoede van het leger in een berglandschap 1836

This lithograph, created by Nicolas Toussaint Charlet in 1836, depicts a rearguard of a military force resting in a mountainous landscape. Charlet was a renowned French artist known for his detailed portrayals of military life. The work features a group of soldiers on horseback, some resting under a tree, while others are gathered in the distance. The scene is rendered in a realistic style with meticulous attention to detail in the figures, the landscape, and the surrounding vegetation. The piece offers a glimpse into the realities of military life, depicting the fatigue and camaraderie of the soldiers in a moment of quiet amidst the potential dangers of the campaign.