Belgische schutter, 1830 1830 - 1831

"Belgische schutter, 1830" is a watercolor on paper by Claudio Linati, created between 1830 and 1831. It depicts a Belgian soldier of the Garde Communale, a local militia established during the Belgian Revolution. The soldier is shown in full uniform, standing at attention with his musket and bayonet, his detailed attire rendered with meticulous precision. The artwork, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, provides valuable insight into the military fashion of the time and serves as a visual record of a pivotal moment in Belgian history.