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The Last Stand of the Imperial Guards at Waterloo
The Last Stand of the Imperial Guards at Waterloo. General Hill calling on upon the Enemy to Surrender.Print by Riddle and Goughman after the painting by Robert Hillingford, published by Sketchy Bits, 1896. Associated with Gen 1st Viscount Rowland Hill, French Army (Imperial Guard Grenadiers). Associated with Napoleonic Wars, Waterloo (1815). Print Date: 1815
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1815 Bits Calling Enemy Grenadiers Guard Guards Napoleonic Riddle Rowland Stand Surrender Viscount Wars Waterloo Sketchy
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the historic moment of The Last Stand of the Imperial Guards at Waterloo with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse. This captivating print, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the iconic painting by Robert Hillingford, skillfully reproduced by Riddle and Goughman. Witness General Hill's impassioned plea for surrender as the Imperial Guards make their final stand against the advancing enemy forces. Add this stunning piece to your collection and bring the rich history of the Battle of Waterloo into your home or office.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" 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.
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This striking print, titled 'The Last Stand of the Imperial Guards at Waterloo: General Hill Calling on the Enemy to Surrender,' depicts a pivotal moment in the historic Battle of Waterloo, which took place on June 18, 1815. The image is based on the painting by Robert Hillingford and was published by Sketchy Bits in 1896. At the center of the composition, we see General Rowland Hill, 1st Viscount Hill, of the British Army, standing defiantly amidst the chaos of the battlefield. Hill, dressed in his military uniform, is seen raising his sword and calling out to the French Imperial Guard Grenadiers, who are shown advancing towards him. The determination and resolve in Hill's expression convey the gravity of the situation, as the outcome of the battle hung in the balance. The Battle of Waterloo was a significant turning point in the Napoleonic Wars, which lasted from 1803 to 1815. This print serves as a poignant reminder of the bravery and heroism displayed by the soldiers on both sides during this iconic conflict. The Imperial Guard Grenadiers, known for their unwavering loyalty to Napoleon Bonaparte, were considered the elite infantry unit of the French Army. Their defeat at Waterloo marked the end of Napoleon's reign and the beginning of the restoration of the Bourbon monarchy in France. This print is a valuable historical document, providing a visual representation of one of the most famous battles in world history. Its intricate details and vivid colors bring the scene to life, allowing us to witness the intensity and drama of the Last Stand of the Imperial Guards at Waterloo.
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