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CIVIL WAR: DEAD SOLDIER. A sharpshooters last sleep
CIVIL WAR: DEAD SOLDIER.
A sharpshooters last sleep. Dead Confederate soldier after the Battle of Gettysburg. Photograph by Alexander Gardner, 1863
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Media ID 12235657
1863 Alexander Battle Battlefield Confederate Corpse Dead Gardner Gettysburg Last Northeast Pennsylvania Rifle Sharpshooter Sleep Unidentified
10"x8" Mount with 8"x6" Print
Experience the poignant history of the American Civil War with our exclusive Media Storehouse Mounted Photos. This captivating image, titled "A Sharpshooter's Last Sleep" by Granger, NYC, showcases a powerful moment from The Granger Collection. Taken by renowned photographer Alexander Gardner in 1863, this photograph captures the haunting image of a dead Confederate soldier after the Battle of Gettysburg. Each Mounted Photo is meticulously printed on premium archival paper and mounted on a sturdy, acid-free foam core board. Preserve this poignant piece of history in your home or office and let the story of the Civil War live on.
Printed on 8"x6" paper and suitable for use in a 10"x8" frame (frame not included). Prints are mounted with card both front and back. Featuring a custom cut aperture to match chosen image. Professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper.
Photo prints supplied in custom cut card mount ready for framing
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 19.8cm x 15.2cm (7.8" x 6")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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.
CIVIL WAR - DEAD SOLDIER. A sharpshooter's last sleep
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this haunting photograph captured by Alexander Gardner in 1863, we are confronted with the grim reality of war. The image depicts a dead Confederate soldier lying motionless on the battlefield after the Battle of Gettysburg. Sepia tones add to the somber atmosphere, emphasizing the gravity and solemnity of this scene. The fallen soldier is identified as a sharpshooter, his rifle still clutched tightly in his lifeless hands. His body rests peacefully amidst the chaos that surrounds him, offering a poignant reminder of the human cost of conflict. Gardner's composition draws our attention to both the individual tragedy and collective devastation caused by war. The unidentified soldier becomes a symbol for all those who lost their lives during this tumultuous period in American history. This photograph serves as an important historical document, capturing not only one man's fate but also reflecting upon larger themes such as sacrifice, bravery, and loss. It stands as a testament to the horrors endured by soldiers on both sides of this brutal conflict. As viewers today, we are reminded to honor and remember those who have made ultimate sacrifices throughout history while striving for peace and understanding in our own time.
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