[A Tatar in Napoleon’s Service] – “Tartare Lithuanien ex Garde de 1812 a 1814.” Lith. by F. S. Delpech. First half of the 19th century.
Hand-colored lithograph; 26 x 16.5 (entire sheet)
Depiction of a Lithuanian Tatar serving in Napoleon’s army. The squadron was formed in 1812 on the initiative of General Michał Sokolnicki and fought under the command of Mustafa Murza Achmatowicz during the Russian campaign. Minor soiling; in good condition.



