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Marengo, the favourite charger of Napoleon I, c. 1815 (etching)
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Marengo, the favourite charger of Napoleon I, c. 1815 (etching)
3062592 Marengo, the favourite charger of Napoleon I, c.1815 (etching) by Ward, James (1769-1859); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Soft-ground etching, by and after James Ward, published by R Ackermann, Strand, London, 1 August 1824.
With a flowing mane and tail and highly defined muscles, standing by a lake in an empty landscape lit by a setting sun (symbolising Napoleons fall from power).
The original painting was painted for the Duke of Northumberland. It was exhibited at the Royal Academy, No.219, in 1826. It is currently in the collection of the Duke of Northumberland at Alnwick Castle (see Courtauld Institute Photographic Survey April 1998).); eNational Army Museum; English, out of copyright
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Marengo Napoleon Setting Sun Sunset
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This etching, titled "Marengo, the favourite charger of Napoleon I" transports us back to the year 1815. Created by James Ward and published in August 1824, this soft-ground etching beautifully captures Marengo's majestic presence. The horse stands proudly by a serene lake in an empty landscape illuminated by the warm glow of a setting sun. Marengo's flowing mane and tail exude grace and power, while his highly defined muscles reflect his strength and agility. This artwork symbolizes more than just Marengo's physical beauty; it also represents Napoleon Bonaparte's fall from power. Originally painted for the Duke of Northumberland, this piece was exhibited at the Royal Academy in 1826 before finding its current home at Alnwick Castle as part of the Duke's collection. Its significance is further highlighted by its inclusion in the Courtauld Institute Photographic Survey conducted in April 1998. As we gaze upon this print, we are reminded not only of Marengo himself but also of the profound bond between man and horse. It serves as a testament to their shared history on battlefields and beyond – where horses have been loyal companions throughout human civilization. With its rich symbolism and exquisite detail, this etching is truly a masterpiece that continues to captivate viewers centuries later.
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