Fine Art Print : Court Martial, 1845. Creator: Unknown
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Court Martial, 1845. Creator: Unknown
Court Martial, 1845. The scene of a District Court-Martial is generally a large room attached to the garrison, or perhaps the official residence of the officer in command of the district, who mostly presides. The Judge-Advocate, or the officer of the court, sits at the bottom of the table facing the President; the prosecutor - if the charge is brought by one officer against another - must be in attendance; the prisoner, disarmed, stands by the side of the Judge-Advocate, near him a sentinel with fixed bayonet...in appearance, at least, the proceedings are fair and dispassionate.... From " Illustrated London News", 1845, Vol VII
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20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the past with our exquisite selection from the Media Storehouse Fine Art Prints series. This captivating image, titled "Court Martial, 1845," transports you back in time to a District Court-Martial. Depicting an unknown creator's vivid interpretation of the scene, this print showcases the grandeur of a military courtroom in the mid-19th century. The large, ornate room, possibly attached to a garrison or the commanding officer's residence, is the setting for this important legal proceeding. Add this stunning piece to your collection and bring history into your home or office. Experience the richness of the past with every detail in our Fine Art Prints.
20x20 image printed on 26x26 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 50.8cm (20" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 66cm (26" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a significant moment in history - the Court Martial of 1845. The scene unfolds in a large room, possibly attached to the garrison or the official residence of the commanding officer. Presiding over the court is an unknown figure, most likely an officer in command of the district. At the bottom of a long table sits the Judge-Advocate or court officer, facing towards the President. The gravity of this event is palpable as we see various individuals present. The prosecutor, if one officer accuses another, must be in attendance while standing beside them is a disarmed prisoner flanked by a sentinel with fixed bayonet. Despite these intense circumstances, there is an air of fairness and impartiality surrounding these proceedings. This engraving was originally featured in "Illustrated London News" back in 1845 during Victorian times when military matters were at their peak. It offers us a glimpse into how courts martial operated during that era within Britain's armed forces. As we delve into this historical image, it serves as a reminder of both justice and conflict intertwined within our past. This photograph allows us to reflect on how far our legal system has evolved since then while honoring those who have dedicated themselves to maintaining order and discipline within our military forces throughout history.
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