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The Battle of Marengo, 23 Prairial, Year 8 (12 June 1800
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The Battle of Marengo, 23 Prairial, Year 8 (12 June 1800
STC101316 The Battle of Marengo, 23 Prairial, Year 8 (12 June 1800) engraved by Jean Duplessi-Bertaux (1747-1819) (aquatint) by Vernet, Antoine Charles Horace (Carle) (1758-1836) (after); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22801932
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
French Army Napoleon Bonaparte Napoleons Italian Campaign
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The Battle of Marengo - A Glimpse into Napoleon's Italian Campaign
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. This print captures the essence of one of history's most significant battles - The Battle of Marengo, which took place on 23 Prairial, Year 8 (12 June 1800). Engraved by the talented Jean Duplessi-Bertaux and based on the original artwork by Antoine Charles Horace Vernet, this aquatint transports us back to a pivotal moment in European history. The image showcases the intense clash between Austrian and French forces during Napoleon Bonaparte's Italian campaign. With meticulous attention to detail, every soldier is depicted with unwavering determination etched upon their faces. Their uniforms bear witness to the harsh realities of war - tattered yet resolute. As we delve deeper into this masterpiece, we are reminded of the strategic brilliance that defined Napoleon as a military genius. His audacious maneuvers and tactical prowess turned the tide in favor of his French army against overwhelming odds. This print serves as a window into an era where nations were shaped by bloodshed and conquest. It offers us an opportunity to reflect on both the triumphs and tragedies that unfolded on that fateful day. Now part of a private collection within The Stapleton Collection, this piece stands as a testament to human resilience amidst chaos. Its historical significance resonates far beyond its artistic beauty – it symbolizes courage, sacrifice, and ambition for generations to come.
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