Poster Print : Children arrive at Morat - Switzerland War of 1798
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Children arrive at Morat - Switzerland War of 1798
The arrival of the children of Stans at Morat, Switzerland - during the War of 1798, when the French captured the town. Painting by Albert S. Anker. Date: 1798
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1798 Arriving Morat Refugees Swiss Wagons Albert Anker Stans
20x30 inch Poster Print
Introducing the captivating "Children arrive at Morat" poster print from the Media Storehouse collection. This exquisite piece, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases a painting by Albert S. Anker dated back to 1798. Witness the poignant moment as children from Stans, Switzerland, arrive at Morat during the tumultuous War of 1798. The French had captured the town, leaving a trail of uncertainty and fear in its wake. Anker's masterful brushstrokes bring this historical scene to life, inviting you to step back in time and experience a moment of history. Add this beautiful poster print to your wall and let the story unfold before your eyes.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. 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.
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 76.8cm x 49.1cm (30.2" x 19.3")
Estimated Product Size is 76.8cm x 51.4cm (30.2" x 20.2")
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
This evocative painting by Albert Anker, titled "The Arrival of the Children of Stans at Morat," depicts a poignant moment during the Swiss War of 1798. The French army, under the command of General Brune, had captured the town of Morat on August 27, 1798, marking a significant victory in their campaign to conquer the Swiss cantons. In the painting, we see a group of children, dressed in simple clothing and carrying belongings, making their way into Morat on wagons. The town's gates are open, and soldiers stand guard, observing the arrival of the refugees with a mix of curiosity and concern. The children, some holding hands, others clinging to their parents, look tired and weary, their faces etched with the signs of hardship and displacement. The painting captures the sense of uncertainty and upheaval that accompanied the French invasion of Switzerland. The townspeople of Stans, located in the canton of Nidwalden, had been forced to flee their homes and seek refuge in Morat and other neighboring towns. The painting serves as a powerful reminder of the human cost of war and the displacement and suffering it can bring. Albert Anker, a Swiss painter, created this work in 1798, making it a contemporary depiction of the events. The painting is a valuable historical document, offering a glimpse into the experiences of the Swiss people during this tumultuous period in their history. The painting is also a testament to Anker's skill as a painter, with its attention to detail and emotional depth.
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