Poster Print : Chelsea Pensioners Receiving the Gazette Announcing the Battle of Waterloo, c. 1819

Add to Basket

Poster Prints from Fine Art Finder

Chelsea Pensioners Receiving the Gazette Announcing the Battle of Waterloo, c. 1819

XYC129304 Chelsea Pensioners Receiving the Gazette Announcing the Battle of Waterloo, c.1819 (oil on panel) by Wilkie, David (1785-1841); 26.6x44.4 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection, USA; Paul Mellon Collection; Scottish, out of copyright

Media ID 12720742

© www.bridgemanimages.com

Message Messenger Old Soldier Pensioner Relaxing Tavern Veteran

A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print

Step back in time with our exclusive range of poster prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the captivating artwork "Chelsea Pensioners Receiving the Gazette Announcing the Battle of Waterloo, c.1819" by renowned Scottish painter David Wilkie. This evocative oil on panel painting, held at the Yale Center for British Art, depicts a group of Chelsea Pensioners gathered around a soldier as he reads aloud the news of the Battle of Waterloo from a freshly delivered gazette. Bring the history and charm of this iconic scene into your home or office with our high-quality poster prints, perfect for adding character and depth to any space.

A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.

Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.

Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 59.4cm x 35.1cm (23.4" x 13.8")

Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")

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.

FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS

> Fine Art Finder > Artists > David Wilkie

> Fine Art Finder > Napoleon & Napoleonic Wars

EDITORS COMMENTS
In this print, we witness a poignant moment in history as Chelsea Pensioners gather to receive the news of the Battle of Waterloo. Painted by David Wilkie in 1819, this oil on panel masterpiece captures the emotions and camaraderie shared among these esteemed veterans. The scene unfolds within the cozy confines of a tavern, where weary soldiers find solace and respite from their battle-worn lives. As they rest and relax, an air of anticipation fills the room. A messenger arrives with great importance, holding aloft a copy of The Gazette announcing the historic victory at Waterloo. Eyes filled with both weariness and curiosity turn towards him as he delivers his message. These brave old soldiers lean forward eagerly, their hands gripping mugs of ale or resting on walking sticks worn through years of service to crown and country. Their faces bear traces of countless battles fought; lines etched deep into weathered skin tell stories only they can truly comprehend. Yet amidst it all, there is an undeniable sense of pride that radiates from each pensioner's gaze – pride for their comrades who fought alongside them on that fateful day. This remarkable print immortalizes not just a historical event but also pays tribute to those who sacrificed so much for our freedom. It serves as a reminder that even in moments of rest and relaxation, duty never truly leaves these valiant souls behind.

MADE IN THE UK
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee

FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools

SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you

* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Basket.