Slag om Bunker Hill, 1775 by Auguste Raffet

Slag om Bunker Hill, 1775 1817 - 1840

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pencil drawn

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aged paper

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light pencil work

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photo restoration

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pencil sketch

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old engraving style

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archive photography

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historical photography

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old-timey

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19th century

"Slag om Bunker Hill, 1775" is a lithograph by Auguste Raffet that depicts the Battle of Bunker Hill, a pivotal moment in the American Revolutionary War. Created between 1817 and 1840, the print captures the intensity of the battle, showcasing both the American colonists and British soldiers. The scene is dominated by a group of soldiers in the foreground, some wounded and others fighting, with the smoke of battle filling the air. Raffet's use of detail and dramatic composition creates a sense of urgency and chaos. The lithograph is currently held in the Rijksmuseum, showcasing its historical significance as a representation of this crucial battle.

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