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AT THE CHANNEL
Contemplating England across the Straits of Dover, Napoleon thinks that with a superior navy - or a tunnel - he could be in London in four days ! Date: 1805
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Media ID 20144315
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1805 Channel Contemplating Days Dover Napoleon Straits Superior Thinks Tunnel
27x27 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our captivating 'AT THE CHANNEL' poster print from Media Storehouse, featuring this iconic image from Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative artwork transports you to the year 1805 as Napoleon Bonaparte contemplates England across the Straits of Dover, deep in thought about how to conquer the British Isles with his superior navy or an audacious tunnel. Add this historical masterpiece to your walls and let the intrigue of the past unfold before your eyes.
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 69.2cm x 69.2cm (27.2" x 27.2")
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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At the Channel: Napoleon Contemplates England Across the Straits of Dover in 1805 This evocative print captures a pivotal moment in history as Napoleon Bonaparte, the French military and political leader, stands at the edge of the English Channel, gazing intently towards England and her shores. The year is 1805, and the Napoleonic Wars are in full swing. The French army, under Napoleon's command, had recently scored a series of impressive victories, leaving Europe trembling in the face of the French military machine. Napoleon's gaze is filled with a mixture of determination and contemplation. He is known to have harbored a deep desire to conquer England, the arch-nemesis of the French Empire. With his superior land forces, he had already conquered much of Europe, but the English Channel stood in his way. The thought of a tunnel or a superior navy to bridge the gap between France and England must have crossed his mind. A successful invasion would mean control of the British Isles and a significant blow to the British economy and morale. The print beautifully encapsulates the tension and drama of the time. The English coastline, shrouded in mist, contrasts sharply with the clear blue waters of the Channel. The French army, in full regalia, stands behind Napoleon, a testament to his military might. The print serves as a poignant reminder of the historical significance of the Straits of Dover and the dreams, ambitions, and struggles of one of history's most iconic figures.
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