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The Grand Procession of the Wellington Statue turning down Park Lane, published in
XJF437954 The Grand Procession of the Wellington Statue turning down Park Lane, published in the Illustrated London News, 3 October 1846 (engraving) by Landells, Ebenezer (1808-60); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Wellington Statue is a monument to Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington, victor at the Battle of Waterloo and later Prime Minister (1769-1852); The monument shows Wellington mounted on Copenhagen, the famous charger that he had ridden at Waterloo; The statue was sculpted by Matthew Cotes Wyatt (1777-1862) and mostly made from the bronze derived from French cannon captured at Waterloo; The original site of the statue was at Hyde Park Corner but it was moved to Aldershot in 1883; This print shows the statues journey, on the 29th September 1846, from the foundry to its original site on a carriage drawn by 29 horses; ); British, out of copyright
Media ID 12880884
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Horse Drawn Installation Monumental
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the grandeur of the past with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring The Grand Procession of the Wellington Statue turning down Park Lane. This captivating image, published in the Illustrated London News on 3 October 1846, captures the historic moment as the statue of the Duke of Wellington is brought through the bustling streets of London. Created as an engraving by Landells, this print offers a stunning glimpse into the pageantry and pomp of 19th-century England. Add an air of sophistication and history to your home or office with this beautiful Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, brought to you in collaboration with Bridgeman Art.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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.
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The Grand Procession of the Wellington Statue turning down Park Lane
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is a captivating snapshot of history frozen in time. This remarkable engraving, published in the Illustrated London News on 3 October 1846, transports us back to witness an awe-inspiring moment. The statue itself pays homage to Arthur Wellesley, the renowned Duke of Wellington and victor at the Battle of Waterloo. The image showcases the monumental sculpture mounted on Copenhagen, Wellington's legendary steed from his victorious battle. Crafted by Matthew Cotes Wyatt using bronze derived from French cannon captured at Waterloo, this magnificent artwork exudes power and triumph. In this print, we are privy to a significant event: the statue's journey from its foundry to its original site at Hyde Park Corner. A grand carriage drawn by an impressive team of 29 horses carries this symbol of victory through bustling streets filled with enthusiastic crowds and curious spectators. The scene captures not only the installation process but also a sense of ceremony that surrounds such historic moments. The atmosphere is electric as people line the streets, eagerly awaiting their first glimpse of this iconic monument. This evocative photograph print allows us to immerse ourselves in a bygone era when artistry met history on a grand scale. It serves as a testament to human achievement and commemorates one man's extraordinary legacy for generations to come.
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