Description: Winter Shadows of 1862 * By John Paul Strain * Generals R.E. Lee & Stonewall JacksonNear Rappahannock River, VirginiaSigned Artist's Proof Classic Canvas GicleeCondition: NewImage Size: 32" x 21 1/4"Limited Edition (15) Handling time: Please allow up to 2.5 wks.Ships free via FedEx (rolled in a tube)Includes a Certificate of AuthenticityNotes from the Artist:"The year of 1862 had been one of glorious victories with General Robert E. Lee and General Thomas J. Jackson commanding the armies of Northern Virginia. Thirteen battles, great and small had been fought and won during the significant year. From Mc Dowell, Port Republic, Cross Keys, Mechanicsville, Gaine's Mill, Savage Station, Frayser's Farm, Cedar Mountain, Second Manassas, Boonsboro, Harpers Ferry, Sharpsburg, to the great victory at Fredericksburg, it seemed nothing could stop the Southern Armies fighting for their independence. The morale of the Army of Northern Virginia was high with expectations that the leaders of the North would in time negotiate for peace. Now the cold winds of winter had arrived and Lee and Jackson had much work to do. Their victories had been costly with the loss of many men and great leaders. Just in the Seven Days' Battle, Lee had lost fifteen brigadier generals. The task now at winter quarters was to fortify the entire front of the Rappahannock, reorganize their command, and replace those that had been lost. In a letter to his wife on Christmas Day, General Lee wrote, "My heart is filled with gratitude to Almighty God for His unspeakable mercies with which he has blessed us this day,.......and particularly for those he has vouchsafed us during the past year. What should have become of us without His crowning help and protection?........I pray that, on this day when only peace and good-will are preached to mankind, better thoughts may fill the hearts of our enemies and turn them to peace...."You will cherish this beautiful work of art for many years to come!About John Paul Strain: Mr. Strain and his paintings have been featured on the television shows of C-Span's Washington Journal, The History Channel, and Extreme Makeover Home Edition. Throughout his long career he has won many awards for his art. Reproductions of his work have won numerous 1st place awards and "Best of Show" honors, such as the PICA Awards, The Printing Industry of the Carolina's, and at the PIAG Awards in Georgia. Strain is also a featured artist for internationally known collector art companies the Bradford Exchange and the Franklin Mint for which he has created a Civil War Chess Set, several limited edition plate series, sculptures, and many other collectible items featuring his paintings. John Paul completed a number of commissioned works for the United States Army, which are on permanent display at Fort Leavenworth, Kansas, Fort McNair, Washington D.C., and the battlefield visitor's center at Normandy, France. Today, his original paintings can be found in many noted museums such as the Museum of Fredericksburg, and at Thomas Jefferson's home, Monticello. In 2010 Mr. Strain won the Henry Timrod Southern Culture Award presented by the Military Order of the Stars and Bars - Descendants of Officers of the Confederacy. In 2017 Mr. Strain was unanimously chosen by the Board of Directors of the General N.B. Forrest Historical Society for the “Forrest Distinguished Artist of the Year Award” Notably his work has been collected by many US Senators, US Congressmen, State Governors, music and Hollywood celebrities. His work can be found at the United States Pentagon, and assorted United States Navy Military War Ships currently in service. Over 90,000 pieces of John Paul Strain's Limited Edition Art and original paintings have been sold and enjoyed worldwide! Caring For Your Canvas:Your fine art giclée reproduction is beautiful and delicate and should be handled with the same extreme care that you would give an original painting. The giclée has been produced using superior printing technologies and premium quality materials. Treat this investment as you would any piece of fine art. To ensure that your giclée maintains its presentation quality for years of enjoyment, please adhere to the following recommendations when handling and displaying: Canvas giclée may be gently dusted using a soft, clean dry cloth.Do not apply any additional coatingsUse a professional framer who has experience stretching and framing giclée canvases.Do not use glass when framing. The giclée needs to breathe.Do not spray the back of the canvas with water or any other liquids.Avoid exposure to direct sunlight.Room climate should be controlled to avoid excessive stretching or shrinkage. A consistent environment with temperatures within the 60 to 85 degrees F range and relative humidity of 30 – 55% is recommended. Options:Archival Paper Giclées200 S/N Paper Giclées - $22550 Artist's Proof Paper Giclées - $325 Image Size 19 1/2" x 29 3/4" Canvas Giclées95 S/N Studio Canvas Giclées - $275 15 Artist's Proof Studio Canvas Giclées - $325Image Size 24 1/3" x 16" 65 S/N Classic Canvas Giclées - $525 15 Artist's Proof Classic Canvas Giclées - $675 hereImage Size 32" x 21 1/4" 15 S/N Executive Canvas Giclées - $12004 Artist's Proof Executive Canvas Giclées - $1,400Image Size 40" x 26 1/5"
Price: 675 USD
Location: Fort Worth, Texas
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Artist: John Paul Strain
Unit of Sale: Single Piece
Signed By: John Paul Strain
Size: 32" x 21 1/4"
Item Length: See height
Region of Origin: United States
Framing: Unframed
Personalize: No
Year of Production: 2000-Now
Unit Type: Unit
Original/Licensed Reproduction: Reproduction
Item Height: 32 in
Style: Historical Realism
Features: Signed
Unit Quantity: 1
Handmade: Yes
Item Width: 21 1/4 in
Culture: American
Time Period Produced: 2000-Now
Signed: Yes
Title: Winter Shadows of 1862
Period: Historicism (1850-1900)
Material: Canvas
Certificate of Authenticity (COA): Yes
Subject: Military, Near Rappahannock River, Virginia, History, Gen. Robert E. Lee, Stonewall Jackson, Civil War
Type: Painting
COA Issued By: John Paul Strain Historical Art
Theme: History
Production Technique: watercolor gouache giclée
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States