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Nelson sealing the Copenhagen letter, c. 1835 (oil on panel, mounted as a drawing)
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Nelson sealing the Copenhagen letter, c. 1835 (oil on panel, mounted as a drawing)
1217822 Nelson sealing the Copenhagen letter, c. 1835 (oil on panel, mounted as a drawing) by Wilkie, David (1785-1841); 17.4x22.7 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; eAshmolean Museum; Scottish, out of copyright
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Admiral Ceasefire Danish Denmark Horatio Nelson Lord Nelson Nelson Signature Truce Westernart
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This print captures a significant moment in history as Lord Nelson seals the Copenhagen letter in 1835. Painted by David Wilkie, this oil on panel artwork, mounted as a drawing, measures 17.4x22.7 cm and is currently housed at the Ashmolean Museum in Oxford, UK. The image showcases Admiral Nelson seated at a table, his focused expression reflecting the weight of responsibility upon him. Dressed in Victorian military attire, he exudes authority and determination as he signs the ceasefire agreement between Britain and Denmark during the Napoleonic Wars. Nelson's role as a key figure in British naval history is highlighted through this powerful depiction. The truce represented by the Copenhagen letter marked an important milestone towards peace between these two nations. The painting beautifully captures both Nelson's stoic resolve and the historical significance of this event. It serves as a reminder of his unwavering commitment to duty and his instrumental role in shaping European politics during that era. As viewers gaze upon this remarkable piece of Western art, they are transported back to a time when diplomacy played out on paper with inked signatures holding immense power. This photograph print from Fine Art Finder allows us to appreciate not only Wilkie's artistic talent but also Lord Nelson's lasting impact on world history.
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