Bidspirit auction | ANTIQUE RUSSIAN COLORED LITHOGRAPH MILITARY

ANTIQUE RUSSIAN COLORED LITHOGRAPH MILITARY UNIFORM - Hand-colored lithograph on paper. Plate 232 from the ”Historical Description of the Clothes and Weapons of the Russian Troops” edited by Alexander Viskovatov, 1841–1862. Titled Private of the Kazan Dragoon regiment, 1828–1833. Published by Imp. Lemercier, Paris. Framed. Alexander Viskovatov (1804–1858) was a Russian military historian and major general of the Imperial army. To this day, the ”Historical Description...” is one of the most sought-after sources of information about the history of Russian military costume, covering the vast period from 862 to the reign of Nicholas I. Keywords: Prints, Multiples, Graphic Art, Military Uniform, Historical Relics, Antiquarian Collectibles. Dimensions Frame 20 x 16 in. Image 12 1/2 x 9 in. All measurements are approximate. Condition Overall good condition with signs of age and wear. Includes minor scuffs on the frame. Please refer to the photos for details. Sold as is.