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Postcard : Marlborough at the Battle of Oudenarde, 1708, (1944). Creator: Unknown
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Marlborough at the Battle of Oudenarde, 1708, (1944). Creator: Unknown
Marlborough at the Battle of Oudenarde, 1708, (1944). Tapestry depicting British military leader John Churchill, 1st Duke of Marlborough (on a white horse) at the Battle of Oudenarde, fought in July 1708 at Oudenaarde in Flanders, during the the War of the Spanish Succession. The battle was fought between the forces of Great Britain, the Dutch Republic and the Holy Roman Empire on the one side and those of France on the other, and resulted in a victory for the allies. This is one of the Victory tapestries commissioned by the Duke to commemorate his victories at Blendheim, Ramilles, Oudenarde and Malplaquet. The tapestries were designed by Lambert de Hondt and woven by Judocus de Vos in Brussels. They are part of the collection at Blenheim Palace, Oxfordshire. From " British Soldiers, by S. H. F. Johnston. [Collins, London, 1944]
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Set of 8, A6 Postcards, featuring the same image on all cards in a set. Printed on 350gsm premium white satin card, the back of the postcard includes space to write messages and an area for the address and stamp. Size of each postcard is 15cm x 10.6cm.
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Estimated Product Size is 10.6cm x 15cm (4.2" x 5.9")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print showcases a tapestry depicting the renowned British military leader, John Churchill, 1st Duke of Marlborough, at the Battle of Oudenarde in 1708. The battle took place in Flanders during the War of the Spanish Succession and pitted Great Britain, the Dutch Republic, and the Holy Roman Empire against France. Ultimately, this clash resulted in a resounding victory for the allies. Commissioned by Marlborough himself to commemorate his triumphs at Blendheim, Ramilles, Oudenarde, and Malplaquet, this tapestry is one of several Victory tapestries designed by Lambert de Hondt and woven by Judocus de Vos in Brussels. It now forms part of Blenheim Palace's esteemed collection in Oxfordshire. In this striking image captured from an original print dating back to 1944, we witness Marlborough astride a majestic white horse on the battlefield. His commanding presence exudes strength and determination as he leads his troops into battle against formidable French forces. The rich colors and intricate details within this decorative artwork transport us back to a pivotal moment in history when nations clashed for supremacy. This remarkable piece not only commemorates Marlborough's military prowess but also serves as a testament to Britain's triumphs during that era. As we gaze upon this photograph print today, we are reminded of Marlborough's indomitable spirit and his significant contributions to British history.
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