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Photo Mug : Gun emplacement hit by a bomb, 1832, (1833). Creator: Auguste Raffet
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Gun emplacement hit by a bomb, 1832, (1833). Creator: Auguste Raffet
Gun emplacement hit by a bomb, 1832, (1833). Blindage enfonce par une bombe'. Soldiers fleeing. On the left is an injured person. Part of the series of 24 prints about the siege of the Citadel of Antwerp, November 30-December 23, 1832
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Armaments Artillery Auguste Raffet Belgian Bombardment Bombing Cannon Denis Auguste Marie Raffet Dramatic Explosion Freres Gilhaut Gilhaut Freres Gun Emplacement Injured Injury Lacquer Coating Raffet Auguste Raffet Denis Auguste Marie Siege Siege Of Antwerp Battlefield Watercolour Paint
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Add a touch of historical intrigue to your daily routine with our Media Storehouse Photo Mug featuring the iconic image 'Blindage enfonce par une bombe' (Gun emplacement hit by a bomb, 1832, (1833)) by Auguste Raffet. This captivating photograph from Heritage Images transports you back in time, depicting a gun emplacement under attack during the early 19th century. Witness the chaos of soldiers fleeing and an injured person amidst the destruction. Each mug in our Photo Mug range is expertly printed with high-quality images, ensuring your morning coffee or evening tea takes on a whole new meaning. Immerse yourself in history with every sip.
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Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
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This 19th century watercolor print, titled "Gun emplacement hit by a bomb, 1832, (1833)" by Auguste Raffet, depicts the aftermath of a devastating bombardment during the Siege of the Citadel of Antwerp. The scene unfolds before us as a gun emplacement lies in ruins, its once formidable cannon now obscured by debris and smoke. The lacquer coating on the paper adds a rich, textured depth to the image, enhancing the sense of chaos and destruction. In the foreground, soldiers in uniforms of various European powers, including French, Belgian, and Dutch, flee in panic, some carrying injured comrades. The left side of the image reveals an injured man, his uniform torn and bloodied, lying helplessly on the ground. The sense of urgency and desperation is palpable, as the soldiers abandon their posts and seek safety from the relentless bombardment. Auguste Raffet, a French artist, was part of the Frères Gilhaut publishing house and created this print as part of a series documenting the Siege of Antwerp, which took place from November 30 to December 23, 1832. The low countries, now Belgium and the Netherlands, were embroiled in a complex political conflict, and this print serves as a poignant reminder of the human cost of war. The use of color and watercolor techniques adds a dramatic and emotional depth to the print, making it a powerful historical artifact and a testament to the tumultuous events of the time. Today, this print is housed in the prestigious Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, where it continues to inspire and captivate visitors with its vivid portrayal of a pivotal moment in European history.
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