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Musket racks, laboratory tent and officers tents
18th century military tents: horse or rack to support firelocks 1, 2, 3, muskets on the rack 4, laboratory tents belonging to the artillery 5, field officers tent or marquis 6. Copperplate engraving from Francis Groses Military Antiquities respecting a History of the English Army, Stockdale, London, 1812. 18th century military tents: horse or rack to support firelocks 1, 2, 3, muskets on the rack 4, laboratory tents belonging to the artillery 5, field officers tent or marquis 6. Copperplate engraving from Francis Groses Military Antiquities respecting a History of the English Army, Stockdale, London, 1812
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Media ID 23179122
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Antiquities Armour Artillery Francis Grose Laboratory Marquis Muskets Rack Respecting Stockdale Tent
18x24 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our exquisite range of 18th century military printable poster prints from Media Storehouse, brought to you by Mary Evans Prints Online. These captivating images transport you to the heart of the battlefield, with intricately detailed depictions of musket racks (1, 2, 3) holding ready-to-fire weapons, and officers tents (4-6). Witness the horse or rack designed to support firelocks, the practical laboratory tents belonging to the artillery, and the grandeur of a field officer's tent or marquis (6). Bring history to life in your home or office with these authentic and evocative poster prints.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
18th Century Military Encampment: A Glimpse into the Past through Francis Grose's "Military Antiquities" This copperplate engraving, taken from Francis Grose's "Military Antiquities respecting a History of the English Army," published by Stockdale in London in 1812, offers a fascinating glimpse into the military life of the 18th century. The image portrays various elements of an encampment, including musket racks, laboratory tents, and officers' tents. At the forefront of the scene, three horse racks (1, 2, 3) support firelocks (muskets 1, 2, 3) in readiness for use. These racks were essential for maintaining the soldiers' weapons in an organized and accessible manner. The muskets, with their distinctive curved barrels and long stocks, were the primary infantry weapons of the time. In the background, two laboratory tents (5) belonging to the artillery are depicted. These tents housed the artillery men's workspaces, where they prepared and maintained their weapons, ensuring the army's artillery was always in top condition. To the right of the image, a grand field officer's tent or marquis (6) stands tall. The ornate design and size of this tent distinguish it from the simpler structures of the common soldiers. This tent would have provided the officer with a comfortable living space and a sense of status within the military hierarchy. This evocative image offers a unique insight into the daily life of an 18th century military encampment, providing a captivating glimpse into a bygone era.
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