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Napoleon Bonaparte abandoning the Revolutionary Army in Egypt, 1799. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by George Cruikshank from The Life of Napoleon a Hudibrastic Poem by Doctor Syntax, T. Tegg, London, 1815
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Napoleon Bonaparte's Abandonment of the Revolutionary Army in Egypt, 1799
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is a captivating handcoloured copperplate engraving by the renowned English satirist and illustrator, George Cruikshank. This image, taken from "The Life of Napoleon, a Hudibrastic Poem" by Doctor Syntax, published in London in 1815, offers a vivid and humorous commentary on a pivotal moment in Napoleon's military career. The scene depicts Napoleon, clad in his military uniform, hasty abandoning the Revolutionary Army in Egypt. With a determined look in his eyes, he is seen boarding a small boat, leaving behind his tent and the encampment filled with dismayed soldiers and deserted equipment. The iconic backdrop of the Egyptian landscape, complete with pyramids and the Sphinx, adds a sense of grandeur and historical significance to the image. The caricatured representation of Napoleon, with his hand raised in farewell, underscores the bittersweet nature of the moment. The defeated and demoralized soldiers in the background, along with the abandoned camp, serve to emphasize the magnitude of the decision made by their leader. The intricate details, hand-painted in vibrant colors, bring the image to life and transport the viewer to the heart of the Egyptian campaign. This engraving, with its rich historical context and satirical undertones, is a testament to Cruikshank's artistic skill and his ability to capture the essence of a moment in history. It offers a unique perspective on Napoleon's departure from Egypt and the impact it had on the revolutionary army, making it an invaluable addition to any collection of historical or artistic prints.
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