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CARTOON: NAPOLEON, 1813. The Cossack Extinguisher
CARTOON: NAPOLEON, 1813.
The Cossack Extinguisher. English cartoon on the failure of Napoleons invasion of Russia. Line engraving, 1813
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Media ID 12389511
1813 Bonaparte Cossack Defeat Invasion Napoleon Napoleon I Napoleonic War Russia Russian Satire
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Bring history to life with Media Storehouse's exclusive range of poster prints, featuring the captivating "CARTOON: NAPOLEON, 1813. The Cossack Extinguisher" by 140_1694739 from Granger Art on Demand. This intriguing cartoon, a line engraving from 1813, depicts a humorous take on Napoleon's failed invasion of Russia. Add this stunning piece of historical art to your home or office to spark conversation and inspire imagination. With Media Storehouse's high-quality printing process, you'll enjoy vibrant colors and sharp details that bring the art to life. Order now and make your space a reflection of your unique taste and appreciation for history.
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 Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This cartoon print titled "The Cossack Extinguisher" transports us back to the tumultuous year of 1813, during Napoleon's ill-fated invasion of Russia. The artist's skillful line engraving depicts a scene filled with symbolism and satire, offering a glimpse into the failure of this historic military campaign. At the center of the image stands Napoleon Bonaparte himself, recognizable by his iconic hat and commanding presence. Surrounding him are his loyal French soldiers, their faces etched with determination despite their impending defeat. However, it is the figure in the foreground that steals our attention - a fearsome Cossack warrior armed with an extinguisher. This powerful visual metaphor represents Russia's resistance against Napoleon's forces, as they effectively extinguish his ambitions for conquest. The Cossacks were renowned for their guerrilla tactics and relentless defense of their homeland. Through this cartoonist's lens, we witness not only France's military defeat but also Napoleon’s own diminishing power on the world stage. As we delve deeper into this historical artifact from 1813, we find ourselves immersed in a moment frozen in time – one that captures both triumph and tragedy. This print serves as a reminder that even great leaders can be humbled by unforeseen circumstances and highlights how art can convey complex narratives through clever symbolism and satire.
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