Canvas Print : 45 / FLIGHT OF CHARLES
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45 / FLIGHT OF CHARLES
The Young Pretender, Charles Stuart embarks a ship to France after his defeat at the Battle of Culloden
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Media ID 620354
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1745 1746 Culloden Defeat Embarks Plank Pretender Rebellion Stuart Tartan
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the stunning "45 / FLIGHT OF CHARLES" canvas print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you by Mary Evans Picture Library via Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating historical image depicts The Young Pretender, Charles Stuart, as he embarks on a ship to France after his defeat at the Battle of Culloden in 1746. Each canvas print is meticulously crafted with premium materials, ensuring vibrant colors and sharp details that bring history to life in your home or office. Add a touch of timeless elegance and storytelling to your space with this beautiful and intriguing piece from the Media Storehouse range.
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
Charles Edward Stuart, also known as the 'Young Pretender,' stands determinedly on the plank of a French ship as he embarks on his journey into exile following the defeat of the Jacobite Rebellion at the Battle of Culloden in 1746. The defeat marked the end of the last major uprising to overthrow the House of Hanover and restore the Stuart monarchy in Britain. Born in Rome in 1720, Charles was the son of the exiled James Francis Edward Stuart, who had previously attempted to claim the British throne in 1715. Inspired by the Jacobite cause and fueled by the hope of uniting the Scottish and English people under the Stuart banner, Charles rallied support for a new rebellion in 1745. The Young Pretender's forces marched south from Scotland, gaining significant victories along the way, including the Battle of Prestonpans in September 1745. However, their momentum was halted at the Battle of Culloden on April 16, 1746. Outnumbered and outgunned, Charles's army was defeated, and he was forced to flee. In this poignant image, Charles is shown in his tartan attire, a symbol of Scottish heritage and the Jacobite cause. His gaze is fixed on the horizon, as he prepares to leave his homeland and the dreams of restoring the Stuart dynasty. The ship in the background represents the hope of a new beginning, as well as the uncertainty and danger that lay ahead. This photograph is a powerful reminder of the historical events that shaped Britain and the complex political landscape of the 18th century. The image captures the spirit of Charles Stuart, a young man who dared to challenge the established order and whose legacy continues to be debated and studied by historians and scholars today.
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