Funeral of the Duke of Wellington the funeral car passing the archway at Apsley House

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"Funeral of the Duke of Wellington: the funeral car passing the archway at Apsley House" is a 19th-century lithograph by Belgian-born artist Louis Haghe, which captures a historic moment from the state funeral of Arthur Wellesley, the 1st Duke of Wellington. The Duke, who passed away on September 14, 1852, was a celebrated British military leader and statesman, renowned for his victory over Napoleon at the Battle of Waterloo in 1815. The funeral, which took place on November 18, 1852, was a grand and solemn occasion, reflecting the Duke's prominence and the nation's respect for his service.

Louis Haghe, a prominent lithographer and watercolorist, was known for his skill in capturing architectural subjects and historical events with great detail and accuracy. In this lithograph, Haghe depicts the moment when the Duke's funeral car, adorned with plumes and heraldic symbols, passes through the archway at Apsley House, the London residence of the Duke. The image is rich with the pageantry and mourning of the Victorian era, showing the somber procession and the crowds of onlookers that lined the streets to pay their respects.

The lithograph not only serves as a visual record of the Duke of Wellington's funeral but also reflects the Victorian fascination with death and ceremony. It is a testament to the era's artistic and cultural values, where such commemorations were often immortalized through prints and paintings. Haghe's work contributes to the historical narrative of one of Britain's most esteemed military heroes, providing insight into the public's reverence for Wellington and the pomp of 19th-century state funerals.

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