Auguste Raffet Collection
Auguste Raffet was a renowned French artist known for his exceptional talent in engraving and capturing historical events
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Auguste Raffet was a renowned French artist known for his exceptional talent in engraving and capturing historical events. Born in 1804, Raffet's artistic journey unfolded with remarkable works like "Chasseurs a Cheval" (light cavalry), painted in 1859. This masterpiece showcased his ability to depict the intensity and agility of horse-mounted soldiers. One of Raffet's notable engravings is "Brennus from The Complete Works of Beranger" created in 1836. In this piece, he beautifully illustrated the character Brennus from Beranger's literary collection, demonstrating his versatility as an artist. "The People Delivered to the Vampire Taxes, " created by Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard in May 1833, also bears Raffet's creative touch. His collaboration on this artwork highlights his ability to contribute to larger projects while maintaining his unique style. Raffet further demonstrated his proficiency through pieces such as "The Gauls and the Francs" from The Songs of Beranger (1829). Here, he skillfully depicted historical figures within a vibrant setting, showcasing both his attention to detail and storytelling abilities. In October 1832, during La Caricature's Grand Review of the Juste-Milieu Passing event, Raffet presented "Untitled. " This artwork exemplified his keen observation skills as he captured various characters amidst a bustling crowd. Another intriguing creation by Raffet is "Un Borreau (An Executioner), " circa 1848. Through this piece, he explored darker themes while still maintaining an exquisite level of craftsmanship that characterized all his works. Ranging beyond historical subjects, Raffet also delved into military scenes like "Review at Night" (1816) and "Infanterie Turque Chasseurs" (1837). These artworks displayed not only his technical prowess but also conveyed emotions associated with war and combat.