Description: By the Milky Way By John Paul Strain Generals Robert E. Lee & J.E.B. Stuart with Major Walter TaylorNear Hamilton's Crossing - VirginiaWinter of 1862 - 1863Signed Archival Paper GicleeCondition: NewLimited Edition (200) Image size: 24" (h) x 18 1/2" (w)Includes a Certificate of AuthenticityShips free via FedEx (flat) usually within 7 - 10 business days Does not include stretchbar frame Notes from the Artist: "The year of 1862 had been amazing for General Lee. He had been commanding the Confederate Army for only seven months, and yet incredibly, during that time his outnumbered armies had won victories at Port Republic, Cross Keys, Mechanicsville, Gaines’s Mill, Savage Station, Frayser’s Farm, Malvern Hill, Cedar Mountain, Second Manassas, Boonsboro, Harper’s Ferry, fought a draw at Sharpsburg, and now the great win at Fredericksburg. Southern forces had fought thirteen battles, large and small, and held the field in every instance except Boonsboro, and Sharpsburg. As the winter winds of December and January brought snow and freezing temperatures, morale in the ranks of the Army of Northern Virginia was high. New Year’s Day found General Stuart and his cavalry back in camp after his successful Christmas raid, with 600 prisoners and bountiful plunder from federal camps. General Lee had great admiration for Stuart in his abilities as a battlefield commander. General Stuart’s easy going, and happy disposition was in contrast to Lee’s more stoical and serious inclination. But this difference in personality seemed to compliment each other, and the two leaders had become good friends. Lee would often worry when his friend was in harm’s way, because of Stuart’s reckless courage and bravery which needlessly exposed himself to danger. Perhaps from Stuart’s example, General Lee decided to set an example of good cheer that winter. Whether General Lee was inspecting his troops, visiting his brigadiers, entertaining dignitaries, or in council with his commanders, Lee tried to keep the spirits high of his lieutenants and soldiers during winter quarters. Stuart would often accompany Lee, on his rounds, as the two conversed over strategy and plans on how best to counter the next move of Lincoln’s armies." 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 Giclée: 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:200 S/N Paper Giclées - $275 here 50 Artist's Proof Paper Giclées - $375Image size: 24" x 18 1/2" 100 S/N Studio Canvas Giclées - $27515 Artist's Proof Studio Canvas Giclées - $375Image size 20 3/4" x 16" 100 S/N Classic Canvas Giclées - $57515 Artist's Proof Canvas Giclées - $675Image size 27 1/4" x 21" 30 S/N Executive Canvas Giclées - $12005 Artist's Proof Executive Canvas Giclées - $1400Image size 35" x 27"
Price: 275 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: 24" X 18 1/2"
Item Length: ---
Region of Origin: US
Framing: Unframed
Personalize: No
Year of Production: 2000-Now
Original/Licensed Reproduction: Reproduction
Item Height: 24"
Style: Historical Realism, Realism
Features: Signed
Handmade: Yes
Item Width: 18 1/2"
Culture: American
Time Period Produced: 2000-Now
Signed: Yes
Title: By the Milky Way
Period: Historicism (1850-1900)
Material: Paper
Certificate of Authenticity (COA): Yes
Subject: History, Military, General Robert E. Lee, J.E.B. Stuart, Major Walter Taylor, Near Hamilton's Crossing - Virginia, Winter of 1862 - 1863
Type: Painting
COA Issued By: John Paul Strain Historical Art
Theme: History
Production Technique: Watercolor gouache giclee
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
