Early 19th Century "Scottish Warrior" Bertrand in Paris Engraving Charlotte Laby, Pupil of David

Description

Scottish Warrior Engraving
Study drawn from nature by Clte Laby, pupil of David and engraved by N. Bertrand
In Paris … more Scottish Warrior Engraving
Study drawn from nature by Clte Laby, pupil of David and engraved by N. Bertrand
In Paris at Bertrand Graveur Editor Rue St Honoré no 363 near the merry-go-round. "

This delightful engraving of an anonymous Scots soldier was sketched and produced in Paris during the occupation of France by the Allies in 1815.
The head and shoulders portrayal of the soldier is somewhat romantic and clearly illustrates the fascination of the local Parisians with the kilted warriors
(the 42nd 79th and 92nd Regiments of Foot) who had fought at Waterloo.
The original drawing, sketched from life, was produced by a certain Charlotte Laby, and the subsequent engraving was carried out by N Bertrand.
The subject has a clean, youthful and attractive appearance with boyish curly hair and ribbons and feather plume attached to his Kilmarnock bonnet.
The regiment is not known from his uniform but since the engraving is housed in the museum of the Black Watch in Perth he may have been a soldier of the 42nd Regiment.

16.14 x 22 in
Water stains on the bottom left and top, some tears on the edges. less