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Dessert plate depicting Toulouse N081177
Filename: N081177.jpg
Size: 4008 x 4338 (9.2MB)
Date: 4th July 2011
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Photo Library
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Source: English Heritage Images
Owner URL: www.englishheritageimages.com
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Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Historic England
Dessert plate depicting Toulouse N081177
APSLEY HOUSE, Hyde Park Corner, London. Item from the Wellington Museum depicting the battlefield of Toulouse, France (1814). Part of a dinner service which was given as a gift from the King of Prussia to the Duke of Wellington in 1819. Dessert Plates of the Prussian Service show scenes of events in Wellingtons life, in this case the Peninsular War. WM 1038-1948
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases a dessert plate that holds immense historical significance. The plate, known as Toulouse N081177, is housed in the prestigious Apsley House located at Hyde Park Corner in London. This remarkable artifact belongs to the Wellington Museum and portrays the battlefield of Toulouse in France during the year 1814. What makes this dessert plate truly extraordinary is its origin. It was gifted by none other than the King of Prussia to the Duke of Wellington himself in 1819. Part of a grand dinner service, these plates were specifically designed to honor Wellington's life and achievements, particularly his involvement in the Peninsular War. The image captured on this particular plate transports us back to a significant moment in history when battles raged across Toulouse. Its intricate details and artistry serve as a testament to both military prowess and artistic craftsmanship. A J Photographics has expertly immortalized this piece through their lens, allowing us to appreciate not only its historical value but also its aesthetic beauty. As we gaze upon this photograph, we are reminded of how objects can transcend time and tell stories that shape our understanding of past events. This print serves as an invaluable reminder of our rich heritage and offers a glimpse into one man's remarkable journey through war and triumphs – that man being Arthur Wellesley, better known as the Duke of Wellington.
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