Canvas Print : Napoleon Escapes
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Napoleon Escapes
The Narrow Escape - an apocryphal story claims that Napoleon, during his Russian campaign, escaped from some Cossacks by jumping from a window into a pigsty
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Media ID 622075
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1812 Apocryphal Campaign Claims Cossacks Escaped Escapes Jumping Napoleon Napoleonic Narrow Pig Sty Wars
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
"Bring history to life with our stunning Napoleon Escapes Canvas Print from Media Storehouse, featuring this iconic image from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating artwork depicts the apocryphal tale of Napoleon's narrow escape during his Russian campaign. Jump into the past as you imagine the thrilling moment when the legendary leader leapt from a window into a pigsty to evade his pursuers. Our high-quality canvas prints are meticulously crafted using premium materials, ensuring vibrant colors and sharp details that will captivate your audience. Elevate your home or office décor with this intriguing piece of historical art."
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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
Napoleon's Narrow Escape: A Legendary Moment from the Russian Campaign This print depicts a pivotal moment in the apocryphal story of Napoleon Bonaparte's daring escape during the disastrous Russian campaign of 1812. The image captures the French emperor in a desperate bid for survival as he jumps from a window into a pigsty to evade pursuing Cossack soldiers. The Russian campaign, one of the most significant events in Napoleonic war history, began in June 1812 with the French army's invasion of Russia. The campaign ended disastrously for Napoleon, with his army decimated by the harsh Russian winter and relentless Cossack attacks. The story of Napoleon's narrow escape from the Cossacks is an enduring legend, although there is no concrete evidence to support its authenticity. According to the tale, Napoleon was trapped in a Moscow mansion, surrounded by Cossacks, when he spotted a window leading to a pigsty below. With no other option for escape, he leapt from the window, landing in the mud and manure, and managed to evade his pursuers. This print, with its vivid colors and intricate details, brings the legend to life, transporting us back to a time of war and intrigue. The image captures the intensity of the moment, with Napoleon's determined expression and the Cossacks' hot pursuit in the background. The pigsty, with its mud and manure, adds an element of grit and realism to the scene. Despite its apocryphal nature, the story of Napoleon's narrow escape remains a popular tale in the annals of history, adding to the intrigue and mystery surrounding the life of one of history's most famous military leaders.
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