Lot of 2 signed antique military prints, 19th-century soldiers, vintage illustration

AFW - Antique France Worldwide

Description

This lot includes two antique military-inspired engravings, each created in black and white on cream-colored paper. Both works feature detailed scenes, with a great finesse of line typical of the late 19th or early 20th century, a period when this type of military illustration was particularly common in newspapers or illustrated collections.

The first engraving depicts a soldier standing in uniform, rifle on his shoulder, surrounded by a vegetal setting. A medallion portrait on the right shows a bearded man wearing several military decorations on his jacket. Other military elements, such as helmets, a bayonet, and a cartridge pouch, are visible in the foreground, suggesting a commemorative staging. The artist's signature is visible at the bottom of the composition, but is not fully legible in the photo.

The second engraving illustrates an aged male figure, dressed in a long coat and wearing a tall headdress, typical of a historical uniform, moving with the aid of a cane. The background reveals a street or courtyard setting, with some architectural elements and vegetation. Here again, the artist's signature appears at the bottom of the scene.

Both engravings feature a realistic style, with interplay of shadows and meticulous details. The contrasts are well defined, highlighting the silhouettes and uniforms. The sheets are left blank around their edges, which facilitates framing or presentation. No frame or mat is included in the photo.

The artists' signatures are visible at the bottom of each engraving, but they are not perfectly legible in the provided image. No other text or title is apparent on the visible surface.

The works are printed on paper that shows a slight patina, characteristic of antique engravings. No coloration is observable; these are monochrome prints.

Condition

These engravings are pre-owned and sold as is. The paper shows light wear consistent with age, including subtle yellowing and small marks at the edges. No major snags, tears, or pronounced stains are visible on the presented side.

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