Canvas Print : The Chelsea Hospital, Chelsea Embankment, London
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The Chelsea Hospital, Chelsea Embankment, London
The Chelsea Hospital, Chelsea Embankment, London. Memorial to those killed at the Battle of Chillianwala, fought during the Second Anglo-Sikh War in the Chillianwala region of Punjab (Mandi Bahauddin), now part of modern-day Pakistan. Date: circa 1910s
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Media ID 14393120
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
1849 Cannon Chelsea Embankment Guns May16 Pakistan Pensioner Pensioners Punjab Region
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Bring the historic beauty of The Chelsea Hospital, Chelsea Embankment, London into your home with our high-quality Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts the poignant memorial to those who lost their lives at the Battle of Chillianwala during the Second Anglo-Sikh War. Each canvas print is meticulously crafted using premium materials and vibrant, fade-resistant inks to ensure a stunning and long-lasting display. Elevate your interior decor with this exquisite piece of history and add a touch of timeless charm to your living space.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 76.2cm x 48.1cm (30" x 18.9")
Estimated Product Size is 76.2cm x 50.8cm (30" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the serene beauty of The Chelsea Hospital, located on the Chelsea Embankment in London, with its picturesque view of the Thames River. Established in 1849 by the Royal Hospital Chelsea, this historic institution was originally built as a retirement home for British soldiers and pensioners who had served in the British East India Company's military. The tranquility of the scene is juxtaposed with the solemn reminder of the Memorial to the left, dedicated to those who lost their lives during the Battle of Chillianwala, fought in the Chillianwala region of Punjab, now part of modern-day Pakistan, during the Second Anglo-Sikh War in 1849. The Battle of Chillianwala is considered one of the most significant engagements of the war, with the British suffering heavy losses. The Memorial, adorned with intricate carvings and topped with a cannon, stands as a poignant tribute to the brave soldiers who made the ultimate sacrifice. The memorial's inscription reads, "This monument is erected by the officers and soldiers of the British Army in memory of their comrades who fell in the action at Chillianwala, on the 13th January 1849." The image, taken in the 1910s, showcases the grandeur of the hospital's architecture and the striking contrast between the past and the present. The pensioners, dressed in their uniforms, can be seen relaxing on the benches, enjoying the sunshine and the picturesque view of the river. The presence of the guns adds a sense of history and tradition to the scene, reminding us of the sacrifices made by the brave soldiers who served in the British military.
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