Who painted Carabinier?

Carabinier was painted by Auguste Raffet in 1832.

Where can I see Carabinier?

Carabinier is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Carabinier?

Carabinier is associated with Romanticism.

Can I buy a print of Carabinier?

Museum-quality prints of Carabinier are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Carabinier

Auguste Raffet , 1832

Carabinier is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Auguste Raffet. It dates from 1832 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

Inscription: Inscribed:upper right: No 27; lower center: Carabinier / Régiment; lower left: A Paris, chez Frèrot, editeur, rue N des petits champs, No 53; lower right: Lith de Villain / Et chez Rittner, boulevard Montmartre, N. 12

About this work

Overview

Carabinier is a lithograph on wove paper created by Auguste Raffet in 1832. It depicts a cavalry soldier on horseback, showcasing Raffet's skill in capturing military subjects.

Subject & Meaning

The print shows a carabinier, a type of heavily armored cavalry soldier, on a horse laden with gear, conveying a sense of strength and confidence. The image reflects the era's fascination with documenting military life.

Technique & Style

Executed in lithography, the work features sketchy lines that suggest a rapid study rather than a finished portrait. The contrast between the polished uniform and loose drawing style adds to the image's character.

History & Provenance

Raffet, trained under Nicolas Toussaint Charlet, was known for his retrospective depictions of the Empire period. This work is part of his oeuvre focused on military subjects.

Carabinier Mounting a Horse, Carle Vernet

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Artist & collection

Artist

Auguste Raffet

Denis Auguste Marie Raffet (2 March 1804 – 16 February 1860) was a French illustrator and lithographer. He was a student of Nicolas Toussaint Charlet, and was a retrospective painter of the Empire.