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      Ole Peter Hansen Balling

      Ulysses S. Grant

      Hand Made Oil Reproduction

      Hand-painted oil on canvas in your size and frame, made to order by our artists. ( Switch to Print Switch to Digital Image)

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      Artist Biography

      Explore Ole Peter Balling's captivating Civil War & royal portraits! Norwegian artist known for Grant, Arthur & US military depictions. Discover his legacy at OriginalUniqueArt!

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      Chapter 1

      How large should it be?

      Slide to change the size; the picture on the left shows the frame at its real width. The proportions of the original are kept.

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      Pick from our preset sizes that match the artwork's original proportions.

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      Type the width and the height you need, to fit your frame or your wall. This is hand-painted, so for a size with a different shape the artist can paint a bit more around the picture, or cut a bit — you choose. We send you a digital mockup to approve before the painting starts. The picture shown on this page does not show the real result — only the mockup does.

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      Chapter 2

      How should it arrive?

      Choose the edges of the stretched canvas

      Choose your frame

      Corner sample of the WhiteWrap canvas edge finish, stretched on solid wood bars
      White $1
      Corner sample of the BlurSideWrap canvas edge finish, stretched on solid wood bars
      Blurside $1
      Corner sample of the ExtendedWrap canvas edge finish, stretched on solid wood bars
      Extended $1
      Corner sample of the P118B picture frame: moulded polystyrene, 5 cm wide and 3 cm thick
      P118B $10
      Corner sample of the P118H picture frame: moulded polystyrene, 5 cm wide and 3 cm thick
      P118H $10
      Corner sample of the P118W picture frame: moulded polystyrene, 5 cm wide and 3 cm thick
      P118W $10
      Corner sample of the P438Z picture frame: moulded polystyrene, 5.5 cm wide and 3.5 cm thick
      P438Z $10
      Corner sample of the P508JH picture frame: moulded polystyrene, 7 cm wide and 3.5 cm thick
      P508JH $12
      Corner sample of the P508YH picture frame: moulded polystyrene, 7 cm wide and 3.5 cm thick
      P508YH $12
      Corner sample of the P805H picture frame: moulded polystyrene, 5 cm wide and 3.5 cm thick
      P805H $10
      Corner sample of the P805Z picture frame: moulded polystyrene, 5 cm wide and 3.5 cm thick
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      Corner sample of the P919BZ picture frame: moulded polystyrene, 7 cm wide and 3.5 cm thick
      P919BZ $10
      Corner sample of the P919G picture frame: moulded polystyrene, 7 cm wide and 3.5 cm thick
      P919G $10
      Corner sample of the P919XJ picture frame: moulded polystyrene, 7 cm wide and 3.5 cm thick
      P919XJ $10
      Corner sample of the P959ZH picture frame: moulded polystyrene, 5 cm wide and 3 cm thick
      P959ZH $10
      Corner sample of the P968JZ picture frame: moulded polystyrene, 6 cm wide and 4 cm thick
      P968JZ $12
      Corner sample of the W106C picture frame: solid wood, 5 cm wide and 3 cm thick
      W106C $8
      Corner sample of the W218G picture frame: solid wood, 5 cm wide and 3 cm thick
      W218G $10
      Corner sample of the W218JH picture frame: solid wood, 5 cm wide and 3 cm thick
      W218JH $8
      Corner sample of the W218Y picture frame: solid wood, 5 cm wide and 3 cm thick
      W218Y $10
      Corner sample of the W307PJ picture frame: solid wood, 6 cm wide and 3 cm thick
      W307PJ $10
      Corner sample of the W316G picture frame: solid wood, 6 cm wide and 3 cm thick
      W316G $10
      Corner sample of the W316PJ picture frame: solid wood, 6 cm wide and 3 cm thick
      W316PJ $8
      Corner sample of the W316Y picture frame: solid wood, 6 cm wide and 3 cm thick
      W316Y $10
      Corner sample of the W398PJ picture frame: solid wood, 5 cm wide and 3 cm thick
      W398PJ $8
      Corner sample of the W4111J picture frame: solid wood, 6.5 cm wide and 3.5 cm thick
      W4111J $10
      Corner sample of the W500HY picture frame: solid wood, 7 cm wide and 5 cm thick
      W500HY $15
      Corner sample of the W500JH picture frame: solid wood, 7 cm wide and 5 cm thick
      W500JH $15
      Corner sample of the W692G picture frame: solid wood, 8 cm wide and 4 cm thick
      W692G $12
      Corner sample of the W849H picture frame: solid wood, 5 cm wide and 3 cm thick
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      Corner sample of the W940BG picture frame: solid wood, 7.5 cm wide and 4.5 cm thick
      W940BG $15
      Corner sample of the W953PJ picture frame: solid wood, 6 cm wide and 3.5 cm thick
      W953PJ $8
      Corner sample of the H24-GOLD picture frame: carved wood with gesso, 10 cm wide and 6 cm thick
      H24-GOLD $30
      Corner sample of the H24-SILVER picture frame: carved wood with gesso, 10 cm wide and 6 cm thick
      H24-SILVER $30
      Corner sample of the H36-GOLD picture frame: carved wood with gesso, 15 cm wide and 6.5 cm thick
      H36-GOLD $45
      Corner sample of the H36-SILVER picture frame: carved wood with gesso, 15 cm wide and 6.5 cm thick
      H36-SILVER $45
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      Chapter 3

      Who paints it, and should anything change?

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      Examples of what can be changed: Replace face with customer photo; Add pet (e.g., replace cat with dog); Include hidden message in background; Change background landscape or elements.
      After order, OriginalUniqueArt.com team will email client for instructions and provide a mockup preview
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      Chapter 4

      The finishing touches

      A nameplate, as in a museum?

      Engraved Bronze Plaque Details

      This elegant plaque features the artist's name and the title of the artwork, finely engraved for a timeless presentation.

      It is made from bronze with a refined, elegant finish. The text is precisely laser-engraved for a sharp and permanent result. Measuring 9x2 cm, the plaque is compact yet easy to read. It's built to be durable and scratch-resistant, offering a professional, museum-quality look. Mounting is simple thanks to the included adhesive backing.

      Transparent Acrylic Plaque Details

      The plaque includes essential engraved details such as the artist's name, the title of the artwork, the date it was created, the type of media used-like oil on canvas or watercolor-a brief description of the piece, and a QR code that links to the complete artwork information.

      It is crafted from clear acrylic, offering a sleek, modern appearance. The text is UV-engraved in black to ensure strong visual contrast. With a size of 10x15 cm, it ensures optimal readability. It comes equipped with two metal hooks for secure wall mounting. The plaque is designed to be weather-resistant, making it suitable for various environments, and it includes interactive features that work seamlessly with smartphone scanning.

      Black Acrylic Plaque Details

      This elegant plaque includes engraved information such as the artist's name, the title of the artwork, the date it was created, the type of media used (like oil on canvas or watercolor), a short description of the artwork, and a QR code for quick access to more information.

      The plaque itself is made from refined black acrylic with a premium finish. The text is laser-engraved in white for high contrast and readability. Its size is 10x15 cm, designed to be easy to read. It comes with two metal hooks for professional mounting. The design is sleek and fits any interior style. It is also weather-resistant and durable, with built-in digital integration for mobile compatibility.

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      A protective varnish?

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      When do you need it?

      Chapter 5

      Your painting, as you ordered it

      Ulysses S. Grant

      Reproduction Medium

      Reproduction Size

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      For artworks or reproductions larger than 105 cm (approximately 41 inches) on any side, the frame will be shipped as a kit, disassembled. This method ensures safe delivery and prevents damage during transport.

      Professional assembly required - this is not a DIY product.
      The kit must be assembled and the canvas stretched by an experienced professional framer, using wood glue (not supplied), a canvas stretching plier and clamps to hold the bars square while the glue dries. Incorrect assembly or uneven canvas tension can permanently damage the artwork and is not covered by our warranty.

      • All solid wood bars are included, precisely cut to size.

      • Assembled with the screws provided, plus wood glue for the corner joints, which is not supplied and must be sourced by your framer.

      • Professional tools are required and not included: a canvas stretching plier (tensioner) and clamps to hold the bars square while the glue dries.

      Important:
      The corner joints require wood glue, the bars must be held with clamps until the glue is fully dry, and tightening the canvas on the assembled frame requires a canvas stretching plier. None of these are included in the kit. Please arrange an experienced professional framer before ordering this size.

      Assembly guide is provided here

      Nameplate

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      Protective Varnish

      Glossy Varnish (enhances colors, protects against light/moisture)

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      Customize My Artwork

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      $ 300

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      Glass option is only available in size under 110 CM

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      At the beginning of the Civil War, Ulysses S. Grant served as a brigadier general until his victory at Fort Donelson, Tennessee, in 1862, when his terms were “unconditional surrender.” President Abraham Lincoln promoted him to lieutenant general in 1864, granting him command of all the Union armies. Grant created the Army of the Shenandoah, which protected the capital and routed the Confederates out of the Virginia valley. He also supported the service of approximately two hundred thousand Black men—close to ten percent of the Union army. Black soldiers were, he declared, “the heaviest blow yet given the Confederacy.” Norwegian-born artist Ole Peter Hansen Balling briefly served as a Union soldier at the start of the Civil War but returned to painting after being wounded. This portrait depicts Grant in a trench during the 1863 Siege of Vicksburg; the map on the table beside him shows the area along the Mississippi River.

      Questions & Answers

      How old was Ole Peter Hansen Balling when creating "Ulysses S. Grant" in 1865?

      When "Ulysses S. Grant" was created in 1865, Ole Peter Hansen Balling - born in 1823 - was 42 years old.

      Does the copyright of "Ulysses S. Grant" by Ole Peter Hansen Balling allow reproductions?

      The copyright status of "Ulysses S. Grant" by Ole Peter Hansen Balling is clear: the work is in the public domain - its copyright has expired. Its presence at the National Portrait Gallery does not change that status.

      What level of contrast does "Ulysses S. Grant" by Ole Peter Hansen Balling show?

      The contrast level of "Ulysses S. Grant" by Ole Peter Hansen Balling is statement.

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      • 1865the year it was painted
      • 29frames to choose from
      • standard sizes, in its own proportions
      • 5weeks to paint and deliver it
      Ole Peter Hansen Balling

      Ole Peter Hansen Balling

      1823 - 1906, Norway

      Quick facts about Ole Peter Hansen Balling

      • Full Name: Ole Peter Hansen Balling
      • Nationality: Norwegian
      • Date Of Birth: 1823
      • Date Of Death: 1906
      • Place Of Birth: Oslo, Norway
      • Notable Artworks:
        • Grant and His Generals
        • Ulysses S. Grant
      • Artistic Movement Or Style: Romanticism
      • Artists Who Influenced This Artist:
        • Ferdinand Jonas Gjøs
        • Jacob Emilius Wunderlich
      • Artists Or Movements Influenced By This Artist: ['Romanticism']

      Artist Biography

      early life and training

      ole peter hansen balling, a norwegian artist, was born in kristiania (now oslo) in 1823. he began his artistic journey as a student of norwegian artist ferdinand jonas gjøs and later trained under danish artists, including jacob emilius wnderlich. balling's early training laid the foundation for his future success in capturing the essence of his subjects.

      a career spanning continents

      balling's artistic career took him to various parts of the world. he studied at art academies in berlin (1843-1845) and copenhagen (1846-1848), and later, in 1854, he honed his skills under thomas couture in paris. this exposure to diverse artistic styles and techniques is reflected in the breadth of his work.
      • volunteering in the first schleswig-holstein war, balling demonstrated his commitment to service, which later led to his command of the 145th new york volunteer infantry regiment during the american civil war.
      • his time in the united states (1856-1874) saw the creation of numerous portraits, including those of union army generals and prominent american statesmen, such as ulysses s. grant, chester arthur, and john brown.
      • upon returning to norway, balling operated a painter workshop in horten, capturing the likenesses of norwegian naval officers and members of the royal bernadotte family.

      legacy and awards

      balling's work is featured in several prestigious institutions, including: awarded the order of the dannebrog, balling's contributions to the world of art are undeniable.

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