Dronken brigadier Petremann 1830

"Dronken brigadier Petremann" is a lithograph by Nicolas Toussaint Charlet, a French artist known for his satirical depictions of military life. The image depicts a brigadier, likely a French soldier, in a state of inebriation, leaning against a table with an empty bottle at his feet, suggesting a night of heavy drinking. Charlet's work is often characterized by its humor and social commentary, and this piece offers a humorous yet poignant look at the hardships faced by soldiers, both in their physical and emotional well-being. The artwork is housed in the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, and is a testament to Charlet's ability to capture the everyday struggles of people in the early 19th century.