John Paul Strain Artist Signed Limited Edition:"Marye's Heights"
MARYE'S HEIGHTS
By John Paul Strain
Depicted Generals: Robert E. Lee, James Longstreet, & Lt. Colonel Edward Porter Alexander
Location: Fredericksburg, Virginia
Date: November 21, 1862
Artwork Description
"MARYE'S HEIGHTS" masterfully brings to life a pivotal moment from the American Civil War. As autumn leaves fall over the historic ridges overlooking Fredericksburg, Generals Lee, Longstreet, and Alexander survey the vast Union Army gathering beyond the Rappahannock River. Artist John Paul Strain captures the tension and significance of these hours - the calm before the storm as Lee readies a historic defensive stand. Through detailed brushwork and a keen sense of atmosphere, this painting immerses viewers in the strategy, grit, and determination that shaped the legendary Battle of Fredericksburg.
The composition places you on the high ground alongside the Confederate leaders, witnessing artillery duels, the town's evacuation, and Lee's famous reflection: 'It is well that war is so terrible - we should grow too fond of it.' The drama of history is vividly rendered, making this a center-piece for collectors of Civil War and American history art.
Historical Context
On November 21, 1862, as Union forces under General Ambrose Burnside amassed across the river, General Lee's forces took up strategic positions on Marye's Heights. Union demands for surrender were refused, leading to a fierce artillery duel and preparations for one of the war's bloodiest assaults. When the Union army attacked on December 13, Marye's Heights proved impenetrable, with over 6,000 Union casualties and the site of Lee's immortal words. Strain's painting captures not only military precision but the somber grandeur and monumental cost of this turning point in American history.
Editions & Pricing
| Type | Edition | Image Size | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Archival Paper Giclee | 200 S/N | 50 Artist Proofs | 18" x 27" | $275 | $375 (AP) |
| Studio Canvas Giclee | 100 S/N | 15 Artist Proofs | 16" x 24" | $275 | $375 (AP) |
| Classic Canvas Giclee | 100 S/N | 15 Artist Proofs | 20" x 30" | $575 | $675 (AP) |
| Executive Canvas Giclee | 30 S/N | 5 Artist Proofs | 26" x 39" | $1200 | $1400 (AP) |
All editions include a Certificate of Authenticity. Remarques on Artist's Proof Paper Giclee Edition.
About the Artist
John Paul Strain is recognized as one of America's premier historical artists, specializing in meticulously researched Civil War and 19th-century subjects. Strain's paintings are celebrated for their authenticity, dramatic composition, and the ability to evoke both the scale of history and the humanity within it. His work is widely collected by museums, historical organizations, and private collectors seeking the very best in American historical fine art.
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| Edition Size and Canvas Options 200 S/N Ed Paper Giclées (As Shown) 50 Artist's Proof Ed Paper Giclées, add (+$100) 100 S/N Ed Studio Canvas Giclées, add (+$0) 15 Artist's Proof Ed Studio Canvas Giclées, add (+$100) 100 S/N Ed Classic Canvas Giclées, add (+$300) 15 Artist's Proof Ed Classic Canvas Giclées, add (+$400) 30 S/N Ed Executive Canvas Giclées, add (+$925) 5 Artist's Proof Ed Executive Canvas Giclées, add (+$1125) |
