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5924654 RorkeAs Drift, 1879 (pencil) by Butler, Lady (Elizabeth Southerden Thompson) (1846-1933); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: RorkeAs Drift, 1879.
Pencil sketch by Lady Elizabeth Butler (1846-1933), 1879.
This is one of Lady ButlerAs sketches for her oil painting A The Defence of RorkeAs DriftA (in the Royal Collection). Soldiers from 1st Battalion, 24th (The 2nd Warwickshire) Regiment who had fought at RorkeAs Drift in January 1879 were made to pose for the artist on their return to England, as she had been commanded to paint the action by Queen Victoria. Lady Butler was thus able to get eye-witness accounts as well as to sketch the combatants.); eNational Army Museum; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23261308
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This black and white pencil print takes us back to the historic battle of Rorke's Drift in 1879. Created by Lady Elizabeth Butler, a renowned artist of her time, this sketch is one of many that served as preparatory work for her famous oil painting titled "The Defence of Rorke's Drift". Intriguingly, Lady Butler had the opportunity to meet and sketch the very soldiers who fought at Rorke's Drift upon their return to England. Commissioned by Queen Victoria herself, she was tasked with capturing the intensity and heroism displayed during this significant military engagement. With meticulous attention to detail, Lady Butler skillfully portrays the essence of siege warfare through her delicate strokes. The scene comes alive as we witness brave soldiers from the 1st Battalion, 24th Regiment (The 2nd Warwickshire) valiantly defending their position against overwhelming odds. Through this artwork, Lady Butler not only showcases her exceptional artistic talent but also provides us with a glimpse into history. Her ability to gather eye-witness accounts from those involved in the battle adds an extra layer of authenticity and emotion to this powerful depiction. As we admire this remarkable piece, we are reminded of both the horrors and triumphs experienced on that fateful day at Rorke's Drift. It serves as a testament to human resilience and courage in times of adversity - an enduring symbol captured forever on paper by Lady Elizabeth Butler.
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