Costume of a Cent-Suisse in Henri IV, 1846

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Costume of a Cent-Suisse in Henri IV, 1846

Costume of a Cent-Suisse, elite infantry guard, in Henri IV by Saint-Hilaire and Michel Delaporte, Cirque Olympique, 1846. Handcoloured lithograph after an illustration by Alexandre Lacauchie from Victor Dollets Galerie Dramatique: Costumes des Theatres de Paris, Paris, 1846

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Alexandre Cirque Dollet Drama Dramatique Elite Galerie Guard Henri Infantry Lacauchie Lasalle Member Michel Olympique Saint Hilaire Theatres Victor Delaporte

EDITORS COMMENTS
This stunning handcoloured lithograph depicts a Cent-Suisse, or Swiss Guard, member in the elite infantry guard of King Henri IV of France, as illustrated by Alexandre Lacauchie and produced by Saint-Hilaire and Michel Delaporte for Victor Dollet's Galerie Dramatique: Costumes des Theatres de Paris in 1846. The Cent-Suisse were an iconic part of the French monarchy, their distinctive blue and yellow uniforms and distinctive bearskin hats making them instantly recognizable. The image captures the Cent-Suisse in a formal, regal pose, standing at attention with his musket slung over his shoulder and his hat held in his left hand. The intricate details of his uniform are on full display, from the gold braiding on his coat and waistcoat to the red and white striped stockings and the blue and yellow sash around his waist. The Cent-Suisse's helmet, adorned with a white cross, sits atop his head, adding to the grandeur of the image. The lithograph was produced by the Cirque Olympique, a popular entertainment venue in Paris at the time, and was likely used as a promotional piece or as part of a larger theatrical production. The high-quality handcolouring adds to the vibrancy and detail of the image, making it a beautiful and intriguing glimpse into the past. The Cent-Suisse were an important part of French military history, serving as the king's personal bodyguard and representing the Swiss Confederation within the French monarchy. This image offers a unique and detailed look at the costume and appearance of one of these elite soldiers, providing a fascinating glimpse into the past.

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