What shall we do?”. Over 90,000 pieces of his & Limited Edition art original paintings have been sold and enjoyed worldwide! By John Paul Strain. Signed Artist’s Proof Studio Canvas Giclée. Do not spray the back of the canvas with water or any other liquids.
Meeting at Grace Church * By John Paul Strain * General Lee, General Longstreet andAide-de-camp, Walter H. Taylor Grace Episcopal Church, BerryvilleVirginia – June 21, 1863Signed Classic Canvas GicléeCondition: New Limited Edition size: 60Image size:25″ x 32″Includes a Certificate of AuthenticityArtist’s Description: “Hereabouts we shall probably meet the enemy and fight a great battle, and if God gives us the victory, the war will be over and we shall achieve the recognition of our independence.” These were the prophetic words of General Robert E. Lee in June 1863. In motion was Lee’s bold plan to invade the North, strike into Pennsylvania, attack Harrisburg and then Philadelphia. If the Union Army of the Potomac could be destroyed or seriously damaged, the South could dictate peace terms to Washington. General Longstreet however was against the plan from the start. “Old Pete” as he was known by his battle hardened troops, had been recommended for promotion by Lee to Lieutenant General in October 1862. After approval he was assigned command of the I Corps. After watching his troops mow down brigade after brigade of enemy troops in front of Marye’s Heights at Fredericksburg, Longstreet had developed a theory that an army should always secure itself on good defendable ground and let the enemy attack it’s fortified positions. Longstreet said of Lee’s plan to invade the north, “I then accepted his proposition to make a campaign into Pennsylvania, provided it should be offensive in strategy but defensive in tactics, forcing the Federal army to give us battle when we were in strong position and ready to receive them.” General Lee on the other hand was an aggressive commander, who seemed to be able to read the mind of his opponent. Born into an elite heritage of military ancestors, Lee had an instinct for war that had made him successful from the Mexican War to the present. He had watched and admired the aggressive nature of his general Stonewall Jackson. Although having differing views Lee always consider the counsel from his “Old War Horse” Longstreet. Sensing the magnitude of the events which were soon to take place General Lee attended Sunday services at Grace Episcopal Church in Berryville. Not particularly religious, Longstreet followed where General Lee led.» About John Paul Strain: Mr. Strain and his paintings have been featured on the television shows of C-Span’s Washington Journal, The History Channel, and Extreme Makeover Home Edition. Throughout his career he has won many awards for his art. Reproductions of his work have won numerous 1st place awards and «Best of Show» honors, such as the PICA Awards, The Printing Industry of the Carolina’s, and at the PIAG Awards in Georgia. John Paul is also a featured artist for internationally known collector art companies the Bradford Exchange and the Franklin Mint for which he has created a Civil War Chess Set, several limited edition plate series, sculptures, and many other collectible items featuring his paintings. He has also completed a number of commissioned works for the United States Army, which are on permanent display at Fort Leavenworth, Kansas, Fort McNair, Washington D.C., and the battlefield visitor’s center at Normandy, France. Today, Mr. Strain’s original paintings can be found in many noted museums such as the Museum of Fredericksburg, and at Thomas Jefferson’s home, Monticello. OptionsLithographic Prints350 S/N Limited Edition Lithographic Prints – $20075 Artist’s Proofs Lithographic Prints – $300Image size 19 1/2″ x 25″ Canvas Giclées65 S/N Studio Canvas Giclées – Publisher Sold Out10 Artist’s Proof Studio Canvas Giclées – Publisher Sold OutImage size 18 3/4″ x 24″ 60 S/N Classic Canvas Giclées – $525 here15 Artist’s Proof Classic Canvas Giclées – Publisher Sold OutImage size 25″ x 32″ 10 S/N Executive Canvas Giclées – $12002 Artist’s Proof Executive Canvas Giclées – $1400Image size 31″ x 40″ Handling time ranges from 2 – 12 business days . Ships FedEx, rolled in a secure tube.
These were the prophetic words of General Robert E. Lee in June 1863. In motion was Lee’s bold plan to invade the North, strike into Pennsylvania, attack Harrisburg and then Philadelphia. He had watched and admired the aggressive nature of his general Stonewall Jackson.
Headquarters at Narrow Passage By John Paul Strain General Stonewall JacksonLt. Jedediah HotchkissWoodstock, VirginiaMarch 26, 1862 Remarques included along the white border on bottom of print(only on this AP paper giclee)Signed Artist’s Proof Paper GicléeImage size: 19 1/4″ x 23 1/4″Edition size: 50Handling time ranges from 2 – 10 business daysShips flat and free via FedEx Includes a Certificate of AuthenticityARTIST DESCRIPTION: «On March 23rd General Stonewall Jackson’s army had suffered a tactical defeat at the Battle of Kernstown. But Jackson’s boldness and audacity during the battle alarmed Federal officers to the point that the size of the Confederate force was greatly overestimated. Federal plans to send two divisions away from the Valley to reinforce General McClellan’s Peninsula Campaign were cancelled. Jackson retreated up the Valley Pike to Woodstock with the Federals following behind. He made his headquarters at the large two story log home of Miss Daisy Ruddell Stover. The home was located next to the Valley Pike at Narrow Passage Creek which flowed into the North Fork of the Shenandoah River. Believing Narrow Passage to be good ground to defend, General Jackson formed a defensive line to do battle if the Federals continued to advance. On the 26th of March General Jackson met for the first time the talented map maker Lt. Jedediah Hotchkiss. The General visited with Hotchkiss about his topographical drawing abilities and viewed some examples of his work. Jackson then said, “I want you to make me a map of the Valley, from Harper’s Ferry to Lexington, showing all points of offense and defense in those places. Mr. Pendleton will give you orders for whatever outfit you want.» General Jackson now had in place one of the key men who would give him the strategic information needed to out maneuver the Federal armies he was facing. Hotchkiss became one of the more valued members of the General’s personal staff. Stonewall Jackson would begin his Valley Campaign with the help of Jedediah’s 8 foot map of the Valley, and his army would not lose another battle.» ABOUT THE ARTIST: John Paul Strain and his paintings have been featured on the television shows of C-Span’s Washington Journal, The History Channel, and Extreme Makeover Home Edition. Throughout his career he has won many awards for his art. Reproductions of his work have won numerous 1st place awards and «Best of Show» honors, such as the PICA Awards, The Printing Industry of the Carolina’s, and at the PIAG Awards in Georgia. Strain is also a featured artist for internationally known collector art companies the Bradford Exchange and the Franklin Mint for which he has created a Civil War Chess Set, several limited edition plate series, sculptures, and many other collectible items featuring his paintings. Mr. Strain has also completed a number of commissioned works for the United States Army, which are on permanent display at Fort Leavenworth, Kansas, Fort McNair, Washington D.C., and the battlefield visitor’s center at Normandy, France. Today, Mr. Strain’s original paintings can be found in many noted museums such as the Museum of Fredericksburg, and at Thomas Jefferson’s home, Monticello. Over 90,000 pieces of limited edition art and original paintings by John Paul Strain have been sold and treasured throughout the world! Display this magnificent work of art proudly and cherish it for many years to come! Also available:S/N Paper Giclées – $275Limited Edition size: 200Image size 19 1/4″ x 23 1/4″All other formats: Sold out
Notes by the Artist: «For the first three months of 1864 General Lee and his staff routinely rode 20 miles through the mountains and foot hills of Orange County Virginia inspecting the winter quarters of his army.