The Old Print Shop

Lady Ackland's Visit to the Camp of Genl. Gates.

  • ARTIST: Alonzo Chappel

  • PUBLISHER: Published by Martin & Johnson Co. New York.

  • MEDIUM: Steel engraving,

    DATE: 1857.

  • EDITION SIZE: Image size 5 3/8 x 7 1/8" (135 x 181 mm).

  • DESCRIPTION: After her husband Major Ackland was wounded and imprisoned Lady Harriet Ackland found a way to his side with the help of General Burgoyne ...." I had not a cup of wine to offer her. All I could furnish was an open boat, and a few lines written on dirty and wet paper to General Gates, recommending her to his protection." Nicely detailed - a camp site on the shore can be seen. A small dog sits on the lap of her companion.

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  • CONDITION: Good condition with modern hand color.

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