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Poster Print : Napoleonic Wars: Battle of Albuera 16 May 1811, Beresford defeats Soult. Sergeant of 18th Hussars
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Napoleonic Wars: Battle of Albuera 16 May 1811, Beresford defeats Soult. Sergeant of 18th Hussars
Napoleonic Wars: Battle of Albuera 16 May 1811, Beresford defeats Soult. Sergeant of 18th Hussars (British) takes French officers prisoner. Hand-coloured aquatint after W Heath 1817
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Media ID 9788635
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1811 1817 18th Aquatint Battle Cavalry Hand Coloured Heath Hussars Light Napoleonic Officers Prisoner Sergeant Soult Takes Wars Albuera Beresford Defeats
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with Media Storehouse's stunning poster prints, featuring this iconic image from the Napoleonic Wars: The Battle of Albuera on May 16, 1811. Witness the decisive moment as British Sergeant of the 18th Hussars, under the command of Sir John Beresford, triumphantly takes French officers prisoner. This intricately detailed hand-coloured aquatint, created by W Heath in 1817 and sourced from Universal Images Group (UIG), is a captivating addition to any history or military enthusiast's collection. Immerse yourself in the rich history of this pivotal moment in the Napoleonic Wars.
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 40cm (23.4" x 15.7")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this hand-coloured aquatint print, we are transported back to the Napoleonic Wars and thrust into the heart of the Battle of Albuera on 16 May 1811. The scene depicts a pivotal moment as Sergeant of the 18th Hussars, belonging to the British cavalry, valiantly takes French officers prisoner. The artist, W Heath, skillfully captures the intensity and chaos of war with his intricate detailing and vibrant colours. The smoke-filled battlefield serves as a backdrop for this dramatic encounter between two opposing forces. With determination etched on his face, the sergeant stands tall atop his horse while firmly grasping one of his captives by the arm. This image is not just a visual representation but also an embodiment of victory against all odds. It commemorates General Beresford's triumph over Marshal Soult in what was considered one of the bloodiest battles during these wars. Through this artwork, we witness history unfold before our eyes – a testament to bravery and sacrifice. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece from 1817, it reminds us that even amidst turmoil and destruction, there can be moments where humanity prevails. This print encapsulates both the horrors and heroism experienced during times of conflict – an enduring reminder that courage knows no boundaries or nationalities.
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