Meisje met Kozak 1814

"Meisje met Kozak" (Girl with Cossack) is a hand-colored print created in 1814 by Louis Philibert Debucourt. The print depicts a Cossack soldier, identifiable by his traditional uniform and weaponry, interacting with a young woman in a fashionable dress. The scene is likely a satirical commentary on the French invasion of Russia and the cultural clashes that resulted, making it a valuable artifact for understanding early 19th-century European social dynamics. Debucourt's work is known for its detailed portrayal of costume and his satirical approach to contemporary life.