France Miniature Portrait

[Bear]

Hello,

I just picked up this miniature portrait. The sitter is wearing what seems to be civilian cloths with his military cap. Maybe an officer between wars. During this period officers would go on extended leave when the fighting stopped, and when war came they would be called back to duty. I'm not sure of the date but I'd guess 1800-1820.

thanks,

barry

Edited April 23, 2009 by Bear

[Bear]

Maybe a naval officer. :speechless:

[Bear]

I've been looking through my books and found a surveyor-engineer. A surveyor might tend to wear civilian clothes.

Cap looks similar

The Apogee of the Empire Wagrom

by Hourtoulle & Jouineau

page 59

Keep Looking :cheers:

Edited April 24, 2009 by Bear

[Guest Rick Research]

Or a surgeon?

[Ulsterman]

I think a surgeon. They were not allowed officer status, despite Baron Larrys' protestations. They had official uniforms, but are shown in semi-civvy dress and had much greater lee-way in their affairs than military officers.

The twisted, braided white cord is ringing a bell.

Hmmmmmm......off to the scrolls.

Edited April 25, 2009 by Ulsterman

[Bear]

A surgeon would be a very pleasant surprise. :jumping:

[Bear]

I got it in and made some pics.

thanks,

barry

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