French Cavalry Collection

Napoleon (1769-1821) Visiting the Bivouacs on the Eve of the Battle of Austerlitz
XIR182602 Napoleon (1769-1821) Visiting the Bivouacs on the Eve of the Battle of Austerlitz, 1st December 1805 (oil on canvas) by Bacler d Albe

French art nouveau postcard satirising women in military uniform, 1900: French cavalry
3666169 French art nouveau postcard satirising women in military uniform, 1900: French cavalry; (add.info.: French art nouveau postcard satirising women in military uniform 1900)

The Battle of Waterloo (oil on canvas)
ARM123907 The Battle of Waterloo (oil on canvas) by Hillingford, Robert Alexander (1825-1904); 152.4x127 cm; Army and Navy Club, London, UK; (add.info.: by Robert Alexander Hillingford)

A Stampede of French Cavalry at the Fight near Orleans, on Sunday, 4 December (engraving)
1104782 A Stampede of French Cavalry at the Fight near Orleans, on Sunday, 4 December (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

A Nursery of French Cavalry, The Cavalry School at Saumur (litho)
1062916 A Nursery of French Cavalry, The Cavalry School at Saumur (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Nursery of French Cavalry, The Cavalry School at Saumur)

A review on the Square of the Invalides in 1835, 1898 (litho)
5913065 A review on the Square of the Invalides in 1835, 1898 (litho) by Courboin, Francois (1865-1926); (add.info.: A review on the Square of the Invalides, 1835)

The War in Italy, French Cavalry crossing a Tributary of the Adda (engraving)
1098067 The War in Italy, French Cavalry crossing a Tributary of the Adda (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War in Italy)

French Cavalry at Luneville, a Charge of the Cuirassiers of the Imperial Guard (engraving)
1612275 French Cavalry at Luneville, a Charge of the Cuirassiers of the Imperial Guard (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: French Cavalry at Luneville)

New Uniforms for the French Cavalry (engraving)
2772906 New Uniforms for the French Cavalry (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: New Uniforms for the French Cavalry)

Henry and the captured French officers, illustration from Cassell
STC385285 Henry and the captured French officers, illustration from Cassells Illustrated History of England (engraving) (sepia photo) by English School

The cuirassiers of Reichshoffen
LLM455259 The cuirassiers of Reichshoffen by Lix, Frederic Theodore (1830-97) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The cuirassiers of Reichshoffen)

News from the Front (oil on panel)
5984016 News from the Front (oil on panel) by Hillingford, Robert Alexander (1825-1904); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

A Nursery of French Cavalry, The Cavalry School at Saumur (litho)
1062917 A Nursery of French Cavalry, The Cavalry School at Saumur (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Nursery of French Cavalry, The Cavalry School at Saumur)

Foundations low relief on the tomb of Francis 1 King of France and Claude of France depicting the battle of Cerisoles, with the French cavalry facing the Imperial troops, Basilica of St

Defeat French cavalry imperial infantries capture enemy artilleries
Defeat of French cavalry, imperial infantries capture enemy artilleries

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Gallop through history with the legendary French cavalry. From Napoleon's strategic visits to the bivouacs before the Battle of Austerlitz, to their valiant charge at Waterloo, these brave horsemen have left an indelible mark on warfare. Witness a stampede near Orleans, as depicted in a captivating engraving from December 4th. Explore the prestigious Cavalry School at Saumur, where future warriors were nurtured and trained for battle. Step into the past with a lithograph capturing a review on the Square of the Invalides in 1835 and another showcasing new uniforms for these gallant riders. Marvel at their crossing of tributaries during The War in Italy and experience their fierce charge at Luneville as illustrated in engravings that bring history alive. Discover poignant moments like Henry's encounter with captured French officers, portrayed vividly in an illustration from Cassell's publication. Immerse yourself further by witnessing the cuirassiers of Reichshoffen or feeling News from the Front through an oil painting on panel. The French cavalry has forever etched its name onto military annals - embodying bravery, skill, and unwavering loyalty. Join us on this journey back in time to celebrate these remarkable equestrian warriors who shaped European history.