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Military dresses of the Hungarian infantry. 19th
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Military dresses of the Hungarian infantry. 19th
Military dresses of the Hungarian infantry. 19th c. 1838. Soldier, standard bearer sergeant and second lieutenant. Watercolour
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This watercolor painting, created in the 19th century, showcases the intricate military dresses of the Hungarian infantry during the Austro-Hungarian Empire. The image features three distinct figures: a soldier, a standard bearer sergeant, and a second lieutenant, each dressed in their respective uniforms. The soldier wears a green tunic with red collar and cuffs, adorned with gold buttons and a yellow stripe on the sleeves, signifying his rank. His trousers are also green, and he wears a brown leather belt with a brass buckle. On his head sits the distinctive Puskásshát, a Hungarian military hat with a wide brim and a red cockade. A rifle slung over his shoulder and a back pack on his back complete his ensemble. The standard bearer sergeant carries a large, ornate flag, its fabric billowing in the wind. His uniform is similar to the soldier's, but with additional gold accents and a sash across his chest. He also wears a white glove on his right hand, a sign of his role as a standard bearer. The second lieutenant, the highest-ranking figure in the painting, wears a blue tunic with red collar and cuffs, and gold epaulettes on his shoulders. His trousers are also blue, and he wears a white shirt and a red cravat. A saber is strapped to his side, and a ruck sack is slung over his back. On his head sits a similar Hungarian military hat, but with a silver eagle crest atop it. This painting is a testament to the grandeur and intricacy of military dress during the Austro-Hungarian Empire, a time when uniforms were not only functional but also a symbol of rank, duty, and national pride.
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