Gouache on paper of Union encampment with officer in early militia style uniform walking down dirt path towards his dappled gray horse which appears to be dancing in anticipation of the coming ride. Officer has early style kepi shell jacket, gilt epaulets, eagle belt plate with sword rig and Model 1840 cavalry saber. Trees in foreground, officers mess tent flanked by two officers tent with flag on pole in center near foreground, enlisted men's tents to right and left, forested hills in far background. Second officer, mounted on black horse left near background. unsigned but with a wealth of detail, 24 x 18 1/4" in original walnut frame with gilt liner, 27 1/2 x 21 1/2".

Even toning and slight paper loss at upper right and center left margins, minor foxing and one 1" long tear near right margin, still a Fine and interesting piece.