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Napoleonic print 'A Chasseur's Fate' by Keith Rocco.
Keith Rocco. the historical art
prints of Keith Rocco, of the American Civil war, Napoleonic and Rorke,s
Drift, many of which are sold out limited editions.. Keith Rocco must
certainly rate as one of the US major Historical and military artist of
today. His meticulous research and eye for detail has built him a
reputation amongst print and original collectors and many of
his paintings hang in collections across the Us. including The
Andrew Mellon Foundation, The Pentagon. Gettysburg National Park, ,
National Guard Heritage Collection and many others. These superb print
shown here many of which have been sold out for 10 years. are very hard
to find. Only one copy of each are available here from Cranston
Fine Arts The Military Print company
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A Chasseurs Fate by Keith Rocco. (GS)
The Chasseurs of the Guard at Austerlitz, 1805. Short of reserves during a Russian counterattack to regain the strategic Pratzen Heights outside Austerlitz, Napoleon ordered forward a portion of the Guard Cavalry. After initial success the cavalry faltered before the overwhelming numbers of the Russian Guard but had bought enough time for the infantry reserves to reach the gap. With the hole in the French line secured, the remaining squadrons of the Chasseurs along with squadrons of Mamelukes and Grenadiers charged to their embattled compatriots aid. They were led by General Rapp who wrote of the encounter: The enemy cavalry was slashing at our troopers -- then let go and turned on me. Four cannon were brought up at the gallop, unlimbered and set up in battery -- We charged the artillery and captured it. The enemy cavalry stood firm awaiting our attack, then broke under the shock and fled in disorder.
Limited edition of 25 giclee canvas artsit proofs. Size 30 inches x 24 inches (76cm x 61cm). Price £410.00
ITEM CODE KR0017
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