The image shows a moment with several individuals engaged in close interactions. There are men and women, some in military uniforms and some in civilian clothing. The men have mustaches and military caps, while the women wear bonnets or shawls. One couple is in the center, with the woman wearing a voluminous dress. Another woman, facing left, is holding onto a soldier’s arm. The scene features typical 19th-century clothing, with large skirts and detailed headwear. In the background, there is a crowd of people with blurred facial details. The illustration style uses intricate linework to depict the moment.
Artwork Details
- Date
- published 1863
- Medium
- wood engraving on newsprint
- Dimensions
- 5074 × 3479 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
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