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Framed Print : Pieneman - Lieutenant-Colonel William Thornhill N070460
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Pieneman - Lieutenant-Colonel William Thornhill N070460
APSLEY HOUSE, London. Lieutenant-Colonel William Thornhill sketched by Jan Willem PIENEMAN in 1821 (WM 1482-1948). In 1815 at the Battle of Waterloo, Major Thornhill was Aide-de-Camp to General Paget
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Georgian Military Painting Waterloo
14"x12" (38x32cm) Modern Frame
Step back in time with our exquisite Framed Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the captivating portrait of Lieutenant-Colonel William Thornhill by Jan Willem Pieneman. This historic artwork, sourced from the Historic England Photo Library, showcases Thornhill in his military regalia, having served as Aide-de-Camp to General Paget during the Battle of Waterloo in 1815. Add an air of sophistication and history to your home or office with this stunning, museum-quality print, expertly framed to preserve its beauty for generations to come.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (38x32cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 18.3cm x 24.4cm (7.2" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 32.5cm x 37.6cm (12.8" x 14.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative portrait captures the stoic and resolute demeanor of Lieutenant-Colonel William Thornhill, as immortalized by the renowned Dutch artist Jan Willem Pieneman in 1821. Thornhill, who is depicted wearing the uniform of the Royal Horse Guards, served as Aide-de-Camp to General Sir Henry Paget during the fateful Battle of Waterloo in 1815. The Battle of Waterloo, fought on June 18, 1815, marked the final and decisive engagement of the Napoleonic Wars. Thornhill's presence at this historic battle placed him at the heart of one of the most significant events in European history. Pieneman's skillful brushstrokes bring Thornhill's character to life, revealing a man of great dignity and determination. The artist's mastery of light and shadow, as well as his meticulous attention to detail, create a vivid and lifelike image that transports us back in time. Thornhill's piercing gaze and the subtle expression of weariness etched on his face serve as poignant reminders of the sacrifices and hardships endured by the soldiers who fought in the Napoleonic Wars. This portrait, which is now held in the collection of Apsley House in London, offers a rare glimpse into the lives of the military leaders who shaped the course of history during this era. The painting's historical significance, combined with Pieneman's exceptional artistic talent, make it a valuable and captivating addition to any collection focused on military history, the Georgian period, or the Napoleonic Wars.
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