Uniformen van grenadiers de erfprins en Oranje-Nassau in 1788 1795 - 1796

"Uniformen van grenadiers de erfprins en Oranje-Nassau in 1788" is a watercolor painting by S.G. Casten, created between 1795 and 1796. The artwork depicts five soldiers of the Dutch Grenadier Corps, in uniform, standing in a row. The painting captures the minute details of their regimental attire, including their black bearskin hats and white trousers, highlighting the importance of military fashion in the late 18th century. The inscription on the artwork, "Uniformen de Orange en Nassau", signifies the historical context of the piece - the uniforms of the Dutch soldiers under the House of Orange-Nassau. The artwork's small size of 197 mm x 310 mm suggests that it was likely created as a study or a personal record of the soldier's uniforms. This watercolor painting serves as a visual document of military dress during a pivotal era in Dutch history, providing a unique glimpse into the sartorial aspects of the Grenadier Corps.