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French Artillery - 8
An artilleryman of the foot artillery of the French Garde Royale turns the handle of his ecouvillon to swab the barrel of his Gribeauval cannon
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1823 Artillery Artilleryman Barrel Cannon Foot Garde Handle Royale Swab Turns Weapons
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the world of 18th century military history with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring an engrossing image of a French artilleryman meticulously tending to his Gribeauval cannon. This captivating print, sourced from the extensive collection at Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a rare glimpse into the intricacies of French artillery during the era of the Garde Royale. Each print is produced using the highest quality materials and techniques, ensuring a stunning and authentic reproduction that will add character and depth to any space. Bring history to life with this captivating addition to your collection.
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.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures an artilleryman of the French Garde Royale meticulously tending to his Gribeauval cannon during the early 19th century. The year is 1823, and the setting is the military camp of the French Garde Royale, the elite infantry and cavalry units of the French army. The artilleryman is a member of the foot artillery, responsible for manning the lighter, more mobile cannons that could be transported on foot. The soldier is shown in the act of turning the handle of his ecouvillon, a long-handled brush used to clean the barrel of the cannon. The barrel, a testament to the advanced engineering of the time, is adorned with intricate engravings and the distinctive Gribeauval system of trunnions and trail. The Gribeauval cannon, named after its inventor, was a significant improvement over previous designs, offering greater accuracy and ease of transport. The artilleryman's attire reflects his military status, with a blue uniform, red sash, and a tricorn hat adorned with a rosette. His expression is focused and determined, reflecting the importance of maintaining the weapon in peak condition for battle. The image offers a rare glimpse into the daily life of a French artilleryman during this period, highlighting the meticulous attention to detail and the importance of weapon maintenance in the military hierarchy. This photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, is a valuable historical record of the French military during the early 19th century, providing insights into the daily routines and responsibilities of the foot artillery of the French Garde Royale.
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