Mrs. Schuyler Firing her Wheat Fields, 1777 Print
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Framed Print of Mrs. Schuyler Firing her Wheat Fields, 1777
Color enhanced engraving by Thomas Phillibrowne of Mrs. Schuyler setting fire to her cornfields in 1777 as the British approached. Catherine Van Rensselaer Schuyler, wife of major-general Phillip John Schuyler, was ordered by her husband to set fire to the wheat fields on their estate near Albany, NY, destroying any provisions the British might be able to use. © New York Public Library / Science Source
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American Revolution Art
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Bring a touch of history and elegance to your home with our Framed Prints from the Media Storehouse range. This piece, "Mrs. Schuyler Firing her Wheat Fields, 1777" by New York Public Library's ScienceSource collection, is a color enhanced engraving by Thomas Phillibrowne. Capturing a pivotal moment in American history as Mrs. Schuyler sets fire to her cornfields in 1777 as the British approach, this framed print is not only visually striking but also tells an inspiring story of resilience and determination.
A fiery act of patriotism shines in this vibrant engraving. Catherine Van Rensselaer Schuyler, a devoted wife and mother, stands resolute as she sets ablaze the wheat fields on their estate near Albany. Her selfless decision denies the approaching British forces vital provisions, fueling the American spirit during a pivotal moment in history.
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Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 fade resistant photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm 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: measurements provided are estimated outer dimensions, which include both the image and the frame. While we aim to keep sizing consistent, exact dimensions may vary slightly due to differences in print size or production requirements, which may result in a variation in the overall size (up to approximately 2.5cm (1"))
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 16.3cm (9.6" x 6.4")
Estimated Product Size is 36cm x 31cm (14.2" x 12.2")
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