Nelson at Copenhagen | Thomas Davidson | 1897

"On Hostile Ground: The Landing of Nelson at Copenhagen After the Battle" is a dramatic historical painting that depicts the imagined moment when Admiral Horatio Nelson steps ashore in Copenhagen in 1801. Created as the frontispiece for Admiral Lord Charles Beresford’s 1897 book Nelson and his Times, the scene captures Nelson's triumph following the British victory over the Danish fleet. This battle marked the collapse of the Russian-led League of Armed Neutrality—a coalition that threatened to disrupt British naval dominance and cut off crucial Baltic supplies.

Painted to appeal to a broad British audience, the image symbolizes national pride and maritime supremacy, portraying Nelson confidently disembarking onto foreign soil amid the wreckage of war, met by wary Danish defenders. Although fictionalized, the painting reinforces Nelson's legendary status and Britain's naval glory at the turn of the 19th century.

Print:

A premium quality heavyweight (200gsm) fine art print material with a smooth, clean finish. This museum quality paper is extremely consistent and works perfectly with large, full colour graphics or illustrations. The matte finish emphasizes different highlights and tones in the source artworks; helping to create stunning works of art.

- All prints include a .25 inch white border to ensure space for framing. 

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• FSC approved or sustainably sourced paper
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• Contains no plastic

Sizes:

8 x 12 Inches = 20.3 cm x 30.5 cm 

12 x 18 Inches = 30.5 cm x 45.7 cm

16 x 24 Inches = 40.6 cm x 60.1 cm