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Le Gray, Gustave
(1820-1884)Camp de Châlons

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Camp de Châlons. Circa 1857. Albumen print 31,7 x 38,4 cm (52,5 x 68 cm). With photographer's signature stamp in red ink in lower right corner of print, mounted to board (some tears, slightly soiled) as well as photographer's studio stamp embossed onto mount below the image.

This photograph by Gustave Le Gray depicts Zouave soldiers in a military encampment. The Zouaves, a light infantry regiment in the French Army, were originally formed in 1831 from North African recruits but later included French soldiers. Known for their distinctive uniforms, featuring baggy trousers, short jackets, sashes, and turbans or fezzes, they became one of the most recognizable military units of the 19th century. Renowned for their bold fighting style and agility, Zouave regiments served in major conflicts such as the Crimean War (1853-1856), the Franco-Austrian War (1859), and the Franco-Prussian War (1870-1871), influencing similar units worldwide, including those in the American Civil War. – Some scuff and smudge marks, otherwise in very good condition.