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Canvas Print : Household Cavalry Officers Dress Sword, c. 1815 (steel with gilt hilt)
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Household Cavalry Officers Dress Sword, c. 1815 (steel with gilt hilt)
1268360 Household Cavalry Officers Dress Sword, c.1815 (steel with gilt hilt) by English School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Pattern 1814. Used by Capt (later Lt Col) William Tyrwhitt Drake (1785-1848), Royal Horse Guards during the Napoleonic Wars. This sword would have been carried by an officer wearing full dress, it has a long double-fullered blade and an unusual ornate gilt hilt previously unseen in British Military swords. The design of this weapon is closely akin to Continental types.); eNational Army Museum; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23419130
© National Army Museum / Bridgeman Images
Battle Of Waterloo Blade Blades British Army Horse Guards Household Cavalry Militaria Napoleonic Wars Officers Swords
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Bring the grandeur of historical military art into your home with Media Storehouse's Canvas Prints. Our high-quality prints feature the stunning image of a Household Cavalry Officer's Dress Sword from the 1815 era. This intricately detailed sword, showcased in a beautiful steel and gilt hilt, is captured in this artwork from Bridgeman Images through Fine Art Finder. Add an air of sophistication and history to any room with this impressive and authentic-looking print.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
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Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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.
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This print showcases a remarkable piece of history - the Household Cavalry Officers Dress Sword from around 1815. Crafted with steel and adorned with a striking gilt hilt, this sword belonged to Captain William Tyrwhitt Drake of the Royal Horse Guards during the Napoleonic Wars. Designed in accordance with Pattern 1814, this exquisite weapon would have been proudly carried by an officer donning full dress attire. Its long double-fullered blade and intricately ornate gilt hilt set it apart from other British military swords of its time, bearing a resemblance to Continental styles. The significance of this sword extends beyond its aesthetic appeal. It represents the bravery and valor displayed by officers like Capt. Drake on the battlefield, particularly during pivotal moments such as the Battle of Waterloo. Housed at the National Army Museum in London, this artifact serves as a tangible link to our past and offers insight into both military history and craftsmanship. The photograph captures every detail of this historic weapon, showcasing its blades' fine metalwork and highlighting its role as an emblematic symbol within British army militaria. As we admire this image captured by Bridgeman Images for Fine Art Finder, let us remember those who wielded these swords with honor and courage in service to their country.
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