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Sancho, Battle of Salamanca, 1812 (aquatint)
5926901 A SanchoA, Battle of Salamanca, 1812 (aquatint) by Chalon, Henry Bernard (1770-1849) (after); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: A SanchoA, Battle of Salamanca, 1812.
Aquatint by Clark and Dubourg after H B Chalon, published by Edward Orme, 1814.
A poodle, wearing a pink ribbon, with a card in its mouth that reads, A Para mi DuenoA, A For my OwnerA. In the background the Battle of Salamanca rages.
The print is inscribed, A The Property of the Marchioness of Worcester, taken at the Battle of Salamanca by the Marquis, from the Grave of its Master a French Officer, where it was found exhausted & nearly starved to death & was with much difficulty forced away from becoming a sacrifice to its FidelityA. There is also a reference to the picture being painted for A H.R.H. Princess Charlotte of WalesA. Charlotte (1796-1817) was the only child of King George IV and became an admirer of A SanchoA.); eNational Army Museum; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22568090
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This print titled "Sancho, Battle of Salamanca, 1812" showcases a remarkable aquatint artwork by Henry Bernard Chalon. The image depicts a poodle adorned with a delicate pink ribbon, holding a card in its mouth that reads, "For my Owner". Against the backdrop of the intense Battle of Salamanca, this loyal companion stands as a symbol of unwavering fidelity amidst chaos and destruction. Published in 1814 by Edward Orme after Clark and Dubourg's collaboration on the aquatint process, this print bears an inscription revealing its fascinating history. It belonged to the Marchioness of Worcester and was discovered at the grave of its French officer master during the Battle of Salamanca. Exhausted and nearly starved to death, it was saved from becoming a sacrifice to its loyalty through great effort. The print also holds significance as it was painted for H. R. H Princess Charlotte of Wales (1796-1817), who developed an admiration for "Sancho". Princess Charlotte was King George IV's only child and her appreciation for this artwork further emphasizes its cultural importance. Preserved within London's National Army Museum today, this extraordinary piece captures both artistic mastery and historical context. Through Sancho's presence amidst warfare turmoil, viewers are reminded not only of human bravery but also recognize the profound bond between humans and their faithful animal companions.
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