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The Bombardment of Madrid, 4 December 1808, engraved by Edme Bovinet (1782-1832
STC101326 The Bombardment of Madrid, 4 December 1808, engraved by Edme Bovinet (1782-1832) (aquatint) by Lecomte, Hippolyte (1781-1857) (after); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; French, out of copyright
Media ID 23368276
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
French Army Napoleon Bonaparte Prisoners Siege Surrender
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" x 14")
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.
The Bombardment of Madrid, 4 December 1808
EDITORS COMMENTS
captures a pivotal moment in history, engraved by the talented Edme Bovinet. This aquatint print, based on the original work by Hippolyte Lecomte, takes us back to the heart of the Iberian Campaign. In this intense scene, we witness the relentless siege on Madrid during Napoleon Bonaparte's reign. The composition showcases a chaotic battlefield where French soldiers stand triumphant amidst billowing smoke and crumbling buildings. Their victory is evident as prisoners surrender and are led away from their once defiant city. The artist masterfully conveys both the devastation and resilience of war through intricate details. Tents dotting the landscape serve as temporary shelters for weary soldiers who have fought relentlessly for their cause. Each brushstroke tells a story of sacrifice and determination. This historical masterpiece from Bridgeman Images transports us to an era when empires clashed and nations were forever changed. It serves as a poignant reminder of how conflicts shape our world while highlighting humanity's indomitable spirit even in times of great adversity. As we gaze upon this print, let us reflect on those who lived through these tumultuous times – soldiers who fought valiantly, civilians caught in between, and leaders whose decisions shaped destinies. "The Bombardment of Madrid" invites us to remember their struggles and honor their legacy with gratitude for our present peace.
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