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Hougoumont drawn one month after the Action of June 18 1815
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Hougoumont drawn one month after the Action of June 18 1815
1268388 Hougoumont drawn one month after the Action of June 18 1815, July 1815 (pencil & w/c on paper) by Ponsonby (fl.1815); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Damage inflicted during the Battle of Waterloo. On verso in pencil: Hougoumont at Waterloo 1 Month after the Battle / The Trees cut with Cannon Balls, and in ink: This original sketch by one of the Ponsonbys comes from the Bessborough Papers which were sold in July 1908.); eNational Army Museum; British, out of copyright
Media ID 23106026
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Aftermath Battle Of Waterloo Damage Hougoumont Napoleonic Wars Stump Stumps Wars
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This print showcases the aftermath of the historic Battle of Waterloo, specifically focusing on Hougoumont one month after the intense action that took place on June 18,1815. The artwork, created by Ponsonby in July 1815 using pencil and watercolor on paper, offers a hauntingly realistic depiction of the damage inflicted during this significant battle. The image reveals a landscape scarred by warfare, with trees bearing witness to the brutality they endured. Cannon balls have mercilessly cut through these once majestic trees, leaving behind stumps as solemn reminders of the violence that unfolded. Amidst this desolation stands a house that has also suffered greatly from the conflict. Ponsonby's sketch not only captures the physical destruction but also serves as a testament to human resilience in times of war. It is believed that this original sketch was part of the Bessborough Papers collection and was sold in July 1908. As we gaze upon this painting, we are transported back in time to witness firsthand how war can ravage both nature and civilization. This powerful image invites contemplation about the lasting impact of conflicts like Waterloo and reminds us to strive for peace so that such devastation may never be repeated again.
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