WW1 French Cavalry 1914 Dragoons Watercolour 12 3/4″ X 9 3/4″ Signed No 95

This watercolour painting depicts French Dragoons, a branch of cavalry, as they appeared in 1914 at the outset of World War I. Measuring approximately 12 3/4 inches by 9 3/4 inches, the artwork provides a detailed representation of the cavalrymen in their early-war uniforms, which include distinct features such as the steel breastplate and the traditional kepi headgear. The composition highlights the Dragoons on horseback, equipped according to the standards of the French Army at the beginning of the First World War. The painting is signed by the artist and marked as number 95, indicating it may be part of a larger series or collection. This piece presents aspects of military dress and equipment from the period, offering insight into the transitional phase of military tactics on the Western Front. It serves as a visual reference for uniform study and early war cavalry operations within the context of 1914 France.