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The Battle of Naseby

Unknown artist, 1670

Based upon a well known engraving, this small-scale painting depicts in some detail the Battle of Naseby, a key battle in the English Civil War which took place near Daventry. The opposing armies are shown drawn up before the battle with the captions 'The King's Army' and 'The Rebell Army.' The composition of the painting is greatly enhanced by the hilly, though inaccurate, landscape in which the battle field is depicted.

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Title of artwork, date

The Battle of Naseby, 1670

Date supported

1992

Medium and material

Oil on canvas

Dimensions

60 x 96 cm

Grant

2000

Total cost

12500

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