Regalia of Valor: The Distinguished Garb of a Medieval Soldier, 1847

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Regalia of Valor: The Distinguished Garb of a Medieval Soldier, 1847

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Title: "Regalia of Valor: The Distinguished Garb of a Medieval Soldier This illustration offers a meticulous representation of a medieval soldier's attire, underlining the military fashion of the Middle Ages as documented in the 1847 anthology "Costume du moyen age d'après les manuscrits, les peintures et les monuments contemporains." The figure is adorned in a robust, red doublet with voluminous striped sleeves in red and white, signaling his martial prowess. The doublet is cinched at the waist by an ornate belt, intricately embroidered with golden-yellow and green, which may indicate his rank or unit within the military framework. The soldier's legwear consists of tight-fitting grey hose, fastened below the knee with dark ties, a practical choice for mobility and combat readiness. His head is graced with a stylized black hat, possibly a chaperon, bearing distinctive markings or plumage that could signify commendations or affiliation. The accessory of a walking stick or a slender weapon in his grasp suggests a preparedness for the multifaceted demands of military life, whether on the march or in the throes of battle. With a contemplative gaze directed towards an unseen horizon, the soldier embodies the perpetual vigilance required of those called to defend their realm. This hand-colored lithograph not only meticulously catalogs the specific elements of a soldier's uniform but also encapsulates the dignity, readiness, and the valorous spirit that was emblematic of the chivalric military ethos of the Middle Ages. The colors have a nice glow over them. Historically, egg whites, known as glair, and sometimes egg yolk were indeed used in illumination and painting, particularly in manuscripts, to give colors a brighter appearance and to add a sheen or gloss to the work. This technique was quite common during the Middle Ages and into the Renaissance. Egg whites can be applied as a varnish over pigments to enhance their brightness and to protect the colors. This application could make the colors appear more vivid and also add a slight glossy sheen to the surface of the image. Egg yolk, on the other hand, was commonly used as a binding agent in paint. It forms the basis of tempera paint, a medium that was widely used before the advent of oil painting. Egg yolk helps to create a durable and long-lasting color that adheres well to various surfaces. In the context of the print from 1847, it's less likely that egg whites or yolks were used directly on the print, as by that time, commercial printing processes would have been more advanced and less reliant on such manual methods. However, if this print is a representation of an earlier style or is meant to mimic the appearance of hand-painted manuscripts, the original artists might have employed techniques or materials that gave a similar effect to those achieved with egg-based binders and varnishes.

Dimensions:
Height: 10.63 in (27 cm)Width: 7.09 in (18 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.02 mm)
Materials and Techniques:
Paper
Period:
1840-1849
Date of Manufacture:
1847
Condition:
Good. Overal light toning and light soiling but the image itself clean and hand-colored almost 200 years ago and still in expliciet colors. Aged paper with typically warm, yellowish-brown hue, mostly around the edges. Study the images carefully.
Seller Location:
Langweer, NL
Reference Number:
Seller: BG-13635-1021stDibs: LU3054337927282