Nederlandsche Armée / Wachtmeester der Marechausseen te Paard 1823 - 1827

"Nederlandsche Armée / Wachtmeester der Marechausseen te Paard" (Dutch Army, Horseman of the Gendarmerie) is a lithograph by Jean-Baptiste Madou, created between 1823 and 1827. The detailed depiction of a mounted gendarme in full uniform showcases Madou's talent for capturing military attire and regalia. The artwork is part of a series of lithographs documenting Dutch military uniforms, highlighting the meticulous attention to detail characteristic of this genre of art. This lithograph, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into the history of Dutch military fashion and the artistic practices of the early 19th century.