Chappel, Alonzo, from an original painting from; Johnson, Fry & Co.

[ART] PUTNAM'S ESCAPE AT HORSE NECK

New York: Johnson, Fry & Co., 1866. Print. 4to - over 9¾ - 12" tall. Near Fine / Frame - 20th C. Item #004542

Steel engraved print. A Near Fine print. In mid-20th century frame. Overall size: 11 5/8" x 8 1/2" in frame. Gold brushed wooden frame with glaze. A strong impression, with dark, clear image. A Near Fine print in frame. *** Originally painted by Alonzo Chappel, American artist, well known for his depictions of Revolutionary War events and persons. This scene shows General Putnam racing down a hill, with British Dragoons in close pursuit. Putnam was riding for reinforcements, when the dragoons appeared and started the chase. Putnam had his horse leap over an embankment, and down a sharp hill, which stunned the British at the General's recklessness. They stopped and fired their pistols at the general, who turned around waving his sword, taunting them in response. A Legendary moment.***.

Price: $30.00