Battle of Copenhagen, 2 April 1801: British vs. Danish Forces, Napoleonic War
Immerse yourself in the detailed depiction of a historical naval conflict with “Battle of Copenhagen, 2 April 1801” by renowned artist A.K. Johnston. This artwork vividly portrays the intense maritime struggle between the British and Danish fleets. Engraved and meticulously hand-colored, this lithograph is a component of the illustrious atlas accompanying Alison’s “History of Europe”, a work that documents the tumultuous years from the French Revolution to the Bourbon Restoration.
Our selection offers a high-quality fine art print crafted by The Unique Maps Co., available on acid-free archival paper or traditional artist’s cotton canvas. Each piece can be personalized or customized to your preference, ensuring a unique addition to your collection.
A.K. Johnston stands as a notable figure in the realm of cartographic artistry, recognized for his astute ability to combine geographical precision with artistic excellence. The “Battle of Copenhagen, 2 April 1801” epitomizes his craft, depicting the crucial positions of the fleets under the command of Sir Hyde Parker, against the backdrop of beautifully chaotic seas.
Adding this print to your collection is to own a slice of history—a visual narrative that extends beyond mere illustration. The map serves not just as an artistic piece but as a historical document, steeped in the significant naval strategies of the early 19th century, carefully rendered with dynamic tension and a palette that brings the scene to life.
A perfect gift for history buffs, naval enthusiasts, or anyone with a keen interest in adding a historically and artistically significant print to their home or office. This artwork is ideal for occasions such as Christmas, Father’s Day, or housewarming celebrations, seamlessly blending the appreciation of art with the love of history.
If you’re not sure what size to order, or you’re looking for a custom order of some kind – a different size, a different colour, a special frame – then please contact me. I usually respond within a few minutes.
You can see an example of my fine art personalisation service in the fifth image. Zoom in and take a look. My personalised artwork is always very well received. Take a look at more examples of personalisation.
You can also choose to age your art print to make it look older. This is popular amongst my customers who want their artwork to look like an older, antique print. You can see an example of ageing in the sixth product image, or go ahead and check out lots of examples of other aged artwork.
The model in the listing images is holding the 18x24in (45x60cm) version of this art print.
I can print and frame this beautiful piece of art at sizes up to 3 metres (10ft). If you are looking for a size or framing option that isn’t available online, please get in touch.
This artwork is available as a giclée print on acid free archival matte paper, or you can buy it framed. My standard frames come in six colours (black, dark brown, dark grey, antique gold, oak and white), and custom framing is available for an additional charge. My frames are glazed with super-clear museum-grade acrylic (perspex/acrylite), which is significantly less reflective than glass, safer, and will always arrive in perfect condition.
