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Napoleon Bonaparte watching the Fire of Moscow, 1812
Napoleon Bonaparte watching the Fire of Moscow after the Battle of Borodino, 1812. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by George Cruikshank from The Life of Napoleon a Hudibrastic Poem by Doctor Syntax, T. Tegg, London, 1815
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20x30 inch Poster Print
Experience history come to life with Media Storehouse's stunning range of poster prints featuring the iconic image of Napoleon Bonaparte watching the Fire of Moscow, 1812. This captivating handcoloured copperplate engraving by George Cruikshank, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, vividly portrays the aftermath of the Battle of Borodino. Bring the grandeur and drama of this pivotal moment in history into your home or office with our high-quality, museum-grade poster prints. Perfect for history enthusiasts, educators, and art collectors alike, these prints make a unique and thoughtful gift or addition to any space.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 76.8cm x 51.4cm (30.2" x 20.2")
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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Napoleon Bonaparte, the legendary Emperor of the French, gazes in disbelief at the smoldering ruins of Moscow in this handcoloured copperplate engraving by George Cruikshank. The image, taken from 'The Life of Napoleon a Hudibrastic Poem' by Doctor Syntax, published in London in 1815, captures a pivotal moment in the Russian Campaign of 1812. Following the brutal Battle of Borodino on September 7, 1812, Napoleon's Grand Army had marched on Moscow, expecting a triumphant entry into the city. However, the Russians, under the orders of General Mikhail Kutuzov, had evacuated the city and set it ablaze, leaving the invading forces to face an arson-ravaged landscape. The Fire of Moscow, as it came to be known, was a devastating conflagration that consumed the city for several days. Napoleon, who is depicted in the engraving with a worried expression and a hand shielding his eyes from the smoke and flames, was left to contemplate the consequences of his ill-fated campaign. The image is a poignant caricature of Napoleon's disappointment and frustration, as well as a testament to the destructive power of war. The handcoloured copperplate engraving technique adds depth and richness to the image, making it a striking visual representation of this pivotal moment in history.
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