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Soldiers Drilling
Soldiers Drilling. Coloured aquatint with soft ground etching by and after J A Atkinson, nd.Published by William Miller, 49 Albemarle Street, London and James Walker, 8 Conway Street, Fitzroy Square, London, 1 Jan 1807.Shows infantry drilling for a possible invasion in fatigue dress, with an officer and non commissioned officers in summer dress. Date: 1807
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1807 Albemarle Aquatint Atkinson Conway Drilling Etching Fitzroy Infantry Miller Soft Walker
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This print, titled "Soldiers Drilling," is a vibrant and intricately detailed depiction of infantry troops undergoing drills in preparation for a potential invasion. The image, created through the techniques of coloured aquatint with soft ground etching, is an impression by and after J.A. Atkinson. The print was published by William Miller in London at 49 Albemarle Street and James Walker in Fitzroy Square at 8 Conway Street, both esteemed publishing houses of the time. The scene unfolds on a lush, verdant landscape, with soldiers in fatigue dress diligently practicing their maneuvers. The drill sergeants, distinguished by their summer dress uniforms, closely supervise the troops, ensuring each movement is executed with precision. The soldiers' focused expressions and disciplined postures convey their dedication to their duty, while the crisp folds of their uniforms and the sharp lines of their weapons add to the overall sense of order and preparedness. The year is 1807, a time when the threat of invasion loomed large over the British Isles. This print serves as a poignant reminder of the unwavering commitment and discipline of the soldiers who stood guard, protecting their homeland and upholding the values of the British military. The intricate details and rich colors brought to life by the aquatint and soft ground etching techniques make this print a stunning and historically significant work of art.
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