1818
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
Dominant colour
Military Costumes: Infantry Sapper is a 1818 by Nicolas Toussaint Charlet, a Romanticism work, depicting Soldier, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.
This sketch shows a soldier from behind, carrying a huge bundle of tools on his back. His tall black hat, long coat, and baggy pants make him look ready for heavy work. The ground has a few bushes and a small patch of grass, while the sky is just a plain background. Notice how the artist packed a lot of gear onto the soldier—it’s almost like he’s a walking toolbox. The drawing looks simple but full of small details, like the folds in the coat or the way the tools are strapped on. Next, check out Romanticism to see how artists used drama and everyday life in their work.
Nicolas-Toussaint Charlet was a French painter and printmaker, more especially of military subjects.
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