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Antique Framed Print : American revolutionary soldier. Francis Marion inviting a British officer to dine with him on roasted sweet potatoes and cold water: steel engraving, 19th century
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American revolutionary soldier. Francis Marion inviting a British officer to dine with him on roasted sweet potatoes and cold water: steel engraving, 19th century
FRANCIS MARION (1732?-1795).
American revolutionary soldier. Francis Marion inviting a British officer to dine with him on roasted sweet potatoes and cold water: steel engraving, 19th century
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Media ID 7964035
1780 American Revolution Camp Cooking Dinner Flag Forest Francis Marion Officer Rebellion Revolutionary Swamp Fox White Troop Truce
14"x12" (36x31cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, the Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 17.2cm (9.6" x 6.8")
Estimated Product Size is 36.3cm x 31.2cm (14.3" x 12.3")
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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In this 19th-century steel engraving, we are transported back to the American Revolutionary War. The image depicts the legendary American soldier Francis Marion extending an unexpected invitation to a British officer amidst a dense forest camp. With his signature nickname "Swamp Fox". Marion's cunning and resourcefulness were renowned. The scene unfolds as Marion graciously offers the Englishman a meal of roasted sweet potatoes and cold water, showcasing both his hospitality and defiance against British rule. This symbolic act of sharing sustenance in the midst of conflict speaks volumes about Marion's character and determination. The artist skillfully captures the tension between these two opposing forces through their contrasting appearances. Marion, dressed in traditional colonial attire with an American flag proudly displayed behind him, represents the spirit of rebellion that fueled the revolutionaries' fight for independence. In contrast, the British officer stands tall in his white uniform, representing authority but also vulnerability in this unfamiliar terrain. This print serves as a powerful reminder of America's struggle for freedom during one of its most pivotal moments in history. It immortalizes Francis Marion as not only a skilled soldier but also as a symbol of resilience and unity among those who fought for liberty.
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