Battle of Hohenlinden, 3 December 1800: French Revolutionary War
Introducing the esteemed artwork “Battle of Hohenlinden, 3 December 1800: sheet 1” by the distinguished cartographer AK Johnston, created in the pivotal year of 1800. This antique colour lithograph offers a captivating depiction of the historical Battle of Hohenlinden, which took place in the Upper Bavarian district of Ebersberg.
We are pleased to present a finely crafted reproduction of this lithographic treasure, prepared by The Unique Maps Co. Our offerings include high-quality fine art prints available on either acid-free archival paper or luxe artist’s cotton canvas. Our collection boasts expert restoration services, and our prints can be personalized and customized to create a truly bespoke piece of art for admirers of history and cartography.
AK Johnston is renowned in the world of cartography, noted for exceptional works that captured significant historical narratives and geographic explorations. The Battle of Hohenlinden lithograph is resplendent with visual and historical detail, aptly showing the strategic formations of the French and Austrian armies, vividly chromatic within the confines of cavalry, infantry, and artillery, all shown against the sweeping terrain with distinguished skill and precision.
This piece is a window into the artistic tendencies and technical prowess of Johnston, who was part of a celebrated cartographic establishment. His lithographs were part of a broader atlas, corresponding to Sir Archibald Alison’s “History of Europe,” revealing not only a localized battle scene but a portion of a vividly detailed, wider historical context. The use of hachures to depict reliefs and subtle yet vivid color distinctions enhance its engagement, transforming socio-political and military delineations into captivating visual lore.
Owning this lithograph is akin to possessing a fragment of lived history. Its intricate design, coupled with a strong aesthetic appeal, contributes substantially to its desirability as a collectible item. This piece is an undeniably perfect gift choice for occasions such as Father’s Day, a historian’s birthday, or a housewarming for a keen enthusiast of historical cartography.
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The model in the listing images is holding the 18x24in (45x60cm) version of this art print.
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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.
