Bivak van de Gardes d'Honneur by Reinier Vinkeles

Bivak van de Gardes d'Honneur 1813 - 1815

pencil drawn

light pencil work

quirky sketch

pencil sketch

personal sketchbook

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fantasy sketch

"Bivak van de Gardes d'Honneur" is an etching by Dutch artist Reinier Vinkeles, depicting a group of soldiers taking shelter during a nighttime bivouac. Created between 1813 and 1815, the image showcases Vinkeles' skill in capturing the details of military life, from the soldiers' uniforms to the campfire's glow. The etching is now part of the Rijksmuseum collection in Amsterdam, offering a glimpse into military life during the Napoleonic era.