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The Field of Waterloo, as it appeared the morning after the memorable battle of
5929668 A The Field of Waterloo, as it appeared the morning after the memorable battle of the 18th June 1815A (aquatint, coloured) by Clark, John Heaviside (1770-1863) (after); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: A The Field of Waterloo, as it appeared the morning after the memorable battle of the 18th June 1815A.
Coloured aquatint by M Dubourg after J Heaviside Clark. Published by Edward Orme, London, 18 January 1817.
Waterloo brought down the final curtain on a war that had raged for 23 years and marked the end of Frances attempt to dominate Europe. It was Napoleons last gamble for victory. Against him was an allied coalition led by the Duke of Wellington, whom the Emperor publicly disparaged as a commander.
Napoleon waited for the ground to dry before attacking, but the initial assaults of Reilles and D Erlons corps were repulsed. Repeated charges by French cavalry then failed to break the defensive squares of allied infantry. Only the capture of the farmhouse of La Haye Sainte threatened Wellingtons position. By late afternoon the army of Prussian Marshal Blucher started arriving to reinforce Wellington.
Desperately, Bonaparte made a last throw to win the day. Across a field littered with dead and dying men, he launched the Imperial Guard. Frances elite stormed towards the British but were overwhelmed by shattering musket fire. A general retreat began - the French Army was routed. Three days later the Emperor abdicated.); eNational Army Museum; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23665516
© National Army Museum / Bridgeman Images
12"x8" Photo Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Media Storehouse Photographic Print of 'The Field of Waterloo, as it appeared the morning after the memorable battle of June 1815.' This stunning aquatint, skillfully colored by John Heaviside Clark, offers a captivating glimpse into history through the iconic image from Bridgeman Images, now available through Fine Art Finder. Witness the aftermath of one of the most significant military engagements in European history, brought to life in breathtaking detail. Add this masterpiece to your collection and bring a piece of the past into your home or office.
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Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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The Field of Waterloo, as it appeared the morning after the memorable battle of the 18th June 1815" is a captivating print that captures the aftermath of one of history's most significant battles. Created by John Heaviside Clark and colored by M Dubourg, this aquatint offers a hauntingly vivid depiction of the battlefield. The Battle of Waterloo marked the end of Napoleon Bonaparte's reign and his dream to dominate Europe. Against him stood an allied coalition led by Duke Wellington, whom Napoleon publicly belittled as a commander. The battle was fierce and brutal, with both sides fighting relentlessly for victory. In this print, we witness the devastating consequences of war. The field is littered with fallen soldiers - heroes who fought valiantly but ultimately succumbed to their fate. Their sacrifice is evident in every corner of this image. Despite initial setbacks for Napoleon's forces, he made one last desperate attempt to turn the tide in his favor. Across this blood-soaked field, he unleashed his Imperial Guard towards British lines. However, they were met with relentless musket fire that shattered their advance. As evening fell on that fateful day, defeat became inevitable for Napoleon and his army began its retreat. Three days later, he abdicated from power. This print serves as a poignant reminder not only of the horrors endured during warfare but also as a testament to human resilience and determination in times of great adversity. It stands as a tribute to those who fought bravely on both sides and forever changed European history.
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