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Fine Art Print : Scene of Battle, Fredericksburg, Virginia [Caissons Destroyed by Federal Shells], May 3
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Scene of Battle, Fredericksburg, Virginia [Caissons Destroyed by Federal Shells], May 3
Scene of Battle, Fredericksburg, Virginia [Caissons Destroyed by Federal Shells], May 3, 1863. Albumen print
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Media ID 23867259
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20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience history come to life with this stunning Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse. Witness the intensity of the Battle of Fredericksburg, Virginia, as depicted in this iconic photograph by Andrew Joseph Russell. Taken on May 3, 1863, during the American Civil War, this albumen print captures the chaos of the battlefield, with caissons destroyed by Federal shells. Add this historic piece to your collection and bring a piece of the past into your home or office.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 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 50.8cm x 37.3cm (20" x 14.7")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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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Scene of Battle, Fredericksburg, Virginia: A Haunting Reminder of the American Civil War". This black and white albumen print transports us back to May 3,1863, capturing the aftermath of a fierce battle in Fredericksburg, Virginia. The photograph by Andrew Joseph Russell showcases the devastating destruction caused by federal shells on this historic site. In this haunting scene, we witness a landscape scarred by war. Caissons lie shattered and mangled, their once sturdy frames reduced to twisted metal and splintered wood. The lifeless bodies of horses strewn across the field serve as solemn reminders of the immense sacrifice made during this tumultuous period in American history. Captain A. J. Russell's lens skillfully captures not only the physical damage but also conveys a sense of loss and despair that permeated these battlefields. Amidst the wreckage stands a lone figure - perhaps an engineer or railway worker - surveying the devastation with a somber expression etched upon his face. The image serves as both art and historical documentation; it allows us to reflect on the human cost of conflict while marveling at Russell's technical prowess as a photographer. This powerful piece now finds its home at the Art Institute Chicago, where it continues to evoke emotions and provoke contemplation about our country's past. As we gaze upon this poignant photograph over a century later, let us remember those who fought bravely on both sides during one of America's most defining conflicts – forever immortalized through Andrew Joseph Russell's lens.
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