Trompetter van de karabiniers met paard 1818 - 1852

Hippolyte Bellangé made this print of a trumpeter of the carbineers with his horse. Although undated, it most likely comes from the first half of the 19th century. Bellangé was a French painter known for his military scenes, and this print offers insight into the visual culture surrounding the military during that period. The image creates meaning through its detailed depiction of the trumpeter’s uniform, the horse’s tack, and the overall composition. France in the 19th century experienced significant political and social upheaval, including the Napoleonic era and subsequent Bourbon Restoration. The military played a central role in these events. Prints like these served to glorify and romanticize military service, reinforcing nationalistic sentiments and bolstering support for the regime in power. Examining military prints alongside other historical sources, such as regimental records and soldiers’ letters, can deepen our understanding of the social and institutional contexts in which they were produced and consumed.