This is an original watercolor painting by the famous French artist Jean Louis Ernest Meissonier, signed and dated 1860 by the artist in the center left. The painting depicts a a swordsman standing at attention and looking directly at the viewer. He is wearing a plumed hat, red sash, and blue tunic with slashed sleeves, standing on a tiled floor in front of a stone wall bearing an inscription. The painting is titled on the plaque “Ready for Parade” and presented in a gilt and pierced Louis XV style frame. The signature is absolutely correct for Meissonier, whose works are often imitated or copied.

The painting image measures 16” x 10” and the overall dimensions with the frame measure 23.5” x 17”. The painting and frame are in very good unrestored condition. This item includes FREE Shipping in the United States, all other areas would incur an additional shipping charge.