Sappeur in het Napoleontische leger Possibly 1810 - 1813

"Sappeur in het Napoleontische leger" (Sapper in the Napoleonic Army) is a pencil drawing by Dutch artist Joannes Pieter Visser Bender. The artwork, dated between 1810 and 1813, depicts a French soldier in a detailed and realistic manner. The sapper stands with his arms crossed, holding a musket and a sword, while wearing a tall, feathered hat, and a long white coat. The drawing offers a glimpse into the military dress and the uniforms of the Napoleonic era. Currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, the artwork is a fine example of Bender's skill in capturing the details of military attire.