Signed A. Grasset lithograph vintage black and white military scene 19th-century army

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Description

This original black and white lithograph, signed "A. Grasset" at the bottom right, depicts a 19th-century military scene. The artwork shows two uniformed figures, one of whom is an army officer, in an interior that resembles an arsenal or training room, with weapons visible to the right and a saber hanging on the wall to the left. The graphic style, characteristic of the period, favors precise and expressive drawing, true to the narrative approach of Alphonse Grasset, known for his illustrations of military and historical life scenes.

The composition highlights an interaction between the two figures: one, seen from the back, seems to be explaining or commenting on the outdoor scene visible through the window, while the other, in profile, adopts an attentive posture. The furniture, the characters' attire (baggy trousers, boots, kepi), as well as details like the weapon racks, clearly evoke an old military atmosphere, typical of 19th-century France.

The drawing, made with ink washes and fine hatching, stands out for the sharpness of its outlines and the quality of details in the uniforms and accessories. The background, treated with gray wash, highlights the main scene while suggesting light coming through the windows, enhancing the interior atmosphere.

The signature "A. Grasset" is clearly legible at the bottom right, attesting to the authenticity of the creation. No frame or additional markings are visible on the presented side. The condition of the lithograph, according to the photo, appears good: no tears, major folds, or apparent stains are visible on the surface, except for a slight curling of the bottom right corner.

At the top of the sheet, an illegible handwritten annotation is present, probably a descriptive note or dedication from the period. The support appears to be fine-grain paper, typical of artistic prints from the late 19th or early 20th century.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. The image does not show any major apparent defects, but some traces of use or age marks may exist.

Did you know? Alphonse Grasset (1849-1917) was a renowned illustrator known for his military and historical scenes, often published in the press or in illustrated albums in the late 19th century. His precise and documentary style contributed to shaping the visual imagination of the French army during the Belle Époque.

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