Nederlandsche kavallerie en infanterie 1848 - 1881

This print, titled *Nederlandsche kavallerie en infanterie,* was made by Lutkie & Cranenburg. The printmaking process—likely lithography given the date and the evenness of the lines—allowed for the relatively quick production of multiple images on paper. Notice the precision with which the soldiers and horses are rendered. The hand-coloring adds a layer of detail, defining uniforms and weaponry. The even rows of soldiers and horses speak to the logic of industrial production, where standardization and efficiency are key. The print is not simply an image; it's a kind of inventory, a visual catalogue of the Dutch military. This speaks to the way that printmaking was used not just for artistic expression, but also for documentation, dissemination of information, and even propaganda. In that light, this artwork bridges the gap between fine art and the broader world of commercial imagery.