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Framed Print : Dessert plate depicting the Lines of Torres Vedras N081173
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Dessert plate depicting the Lines of Torres Vedras N081173
APSLEY HOUSE, Hyde Park Corner, London. Item from the Wellington Museum depicting the lines of Torres Vedras, Portugal. This series of forts was built in secret in 1809-10 to defend Lisbon. Part of a dinner service which was given as a gift from the King of Prussia to the Duke of Wellington in 1819. Dessert Plates of the Prussian Service show scenes of events in Wellingtons life, in this case the Peninsular War. WM 1031-1948
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Media ID 5144861
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Artefact Battle Field Wellington
12"x10" Modern Frame
Step into history with our exquisite Media Storehouse Framed Print featuring the Lines of Torres Vedras N081173 by A J Photographics from Historic England. This stunning dessert plate image, taken at Apsley House in Hyde Park Corner, London, showcases a significant piece from the Wellington Museum. The lines of Torres Vedras were built in secret between 1809-10 to protect Lisbon during the Peninsular War. Add this captivating piece to your home decor and bring a piece of history into your everyday life. Each print is meticulously framed to preserve its beauty and authenticity, making it a unique and thoughtful addition to any room. Experience the rich history and intrigue of the past with our Media Storehouse Framed Prints.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 30.5cm (10" x 12")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases a dessert plate that holds immense historical significance. Depicting the Lines of Torres Vedras, this exquisite piece is housed in APSLEY HOUSE, located at Hyde Park Corner in London. The plate belongs to the Wellington Museum and portrays the secret forts constructed between 1809-10 to safeguard Lisbon during the Peninsular War. A remarkable gift from the King of Prussia to the Duke of Wellington in 1819, this dessert plate forms part of a larger dinner service. Each plate within this Prussian Service narrates different events from Wellington's life, offering glimpses into his illustrious military career. This particular artifact immerses viewers into the dramatic landscape of battlefields where history was shaped. The Lines of Torres Vedras were not just mere fortifications; they represented an ingenious defensive strategy that played a crucial role in protecting Portugal against French invasion forces led by Napoleon Bonaparte. As we gaze upon this photograph, we are transported back in time to witness one chapter from Wellington's extraordinary journey. Through A J Photographics' lens, we can appreciate both the artistic beauty and historical importance captured within this image. It serves as a reminder of how objects like these dessert plates connect us with pivotal moments and individuals who have shaped our world. Let us cherish such artifacts as windows into our past and celebrate their preservation for future generations to admire and learn from.
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