Antique CDV Charles Guignet Swiss Soldier Uniform Sword Lausanne Switzerland

Antique CDV Charles Guignet Swiss Soldier Uniform Sword Lausanne Switzerland

This antique CDV captures a portrait of Charles Guignet, a Swiss soldier posing in his formal military uniform. The composition highlights his ceremonial sword, reflecting the disciplined aesthetic of the mid-to-late 19th century.

Captured in Lausanne, Switzerland, this image offers a glimpse into the regional military heritage of the era. It is an essential acquisition for historians of European uniforms or collectors of cartes de visite. The portrait preserves the stoic presence of Charles Guignet, a soldier of Lausanne.