Militairen 1827 - 1894

"Militairen" is a charming 19th-century illustration by M. Hemeleers-van Houter, showcasing a line of toy soldiers. The artwork, housed in the Rijksmuseum, features a regiment of soldiers in regimental uniforms, with one soldier prominently displaying a drum. The simple, hand-drawn style of the artwork suggests its intended audience: children playing with toy soldiers. The illustration captures the spirit of imaginative play and the enduring popularity of miniature soldiers.