{"product_id":"antique-c-1810-1813-martinet-napoleonic-chasseur-hand-colored-engraving","title":"Antique c. 1810–1813 Martinet Napoleonic Chasseur Hand-Colored Engraving","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOfficier des Chasseurs de la Garde Impériale\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eOfficer of the Chasseurs of the Imperial Guard\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eA remarkably early \u003cstrong\u003eFrench Napoleonic hand-colored engraving\u003c\/strong\u003e, depicting a mounted officer of the Chasseurs of Napoleon’s Imperial Guard in full uniform.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eResearch identifies this composition as corresponding to \u003cstrong\u003ePlate 262 of the Martinet \u003cem\u003eTroupes Françaises\u003c\/em\u003e series\u003c\/strong\u003e, published in Paris during the Napoleonic period. The documented series dates from approximately \u003cstrong\u003e1807–1814\/15\u003c\/strong\u003e, placing the original engraving design more than two centuries ago. Plate 262 is specifically recorded as \u003cem\u003eOfficier des Chasseurs de la Garde Impériale\u003c\/em\u003e, with the horse facing left. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe finely engraved image has been individually enhanced with period-style hand coloring in rich red, green, yellow, gray and black. The original French title remains clearly visible beneath the mounted figure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe engraving is presented under glass with a wide period-toned mat and gilt frame. The reverse retains an old \u003cstrong\u003eWilson Artistic Frames, 83 Barclay St., New York\u003c\/strong\u003e framing label. The present framing is later than the engraving and appears consistent with a \u003cstrong\u003elate-19th- to early-20th-century New York framing period\u003c\/strong\u003e; the exact reframing date has not been established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Authentic age is readily apparent. The engraving displays overall foxing, toning and scattered age-related discoloration, particularly through the upper background. These characteristics have been left untouched and are part of the piece's historical character. The hand-applied colors remain notably strong. The frame and backing show age-appropriate wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eBecause of the age and fragile nature of the work, \u003cstrong\u003ethe engraving has not been removed from its existing frame\u003c\/strong\u003e. Any portions concealed beneath the mat, including possible publisher information or margins, have therefore not been examined. Visible foxing, toning and age-related discoloration. Later professional framing. Due to the fragile nature and age of the engraving, it has not been removed from the frame for examination. Please review all photographs carefully. Visible foxing, toning and age-related discoloration. Later professional framing. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Martinet, Paris","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48916198850717,"sku":"AT-ART-MARTINET-262-001","price":375.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/0920\/0029\/files\/20260916_173603031_iOS.jpg?v=1789583879","url":"https:\/\/anotherstreasures4u.com\/products\/antique-c-1810-1813-martinet-napoleonic-chasseur-hand-colored-engraving","provider":"Another's Treasures 4 U","version":"1.0","type":"link"}