Original Oil Painting

"The Wolverines"

General George Armstrong Custer leads his Michigan cavalry brigade into battle at Gettysburg on July 3, 1863.

by Mark Maritato

Oil on Panel

Museum Quality Original Artwork!


Artwork Size 36" wide x 24" tall

Framed as shown - Size 40-3/4" x 29"

Description of Artwork: As the battle of Gettysburg raged with the culmination of Pickett's massive infantry charge on July 3rd 1863, just three miles West of the Pennsylvania town, the thunder of hooves pounded the gentle farm fields as another struggle was played out simultaneously. Confederate cavalry under the command of General J.E.B. Stuart had just arrived in the area after a long foraging ride which left General Robert E. Lee without up-to-date intelligence on the movements of the Federal Army as his Confederate Army became entangled in a titanic struggle on the previous two days. After a stinging admonishment from Lee, Stuart was assigned the task of maneuvering around the Federal-right to attack the flank of the Union Army of the Potomac's position. The purpose of which was to threaten their supply-lines and communication. While in the process of executing Lee's order, Stuart's command collided with a Federal cavalry division commanded by David M. Gregg in a place today known as East Cavalry Field. A lengthy battle ensued as lines of mounted horsemen from both sides charged and counter-charged culminating in close quarter sabre-to-sabre combat.  Leading the charge at the head of the 1st Michigan Cavalry Regiment of his all-Michigan cavalry brigade, Brigadier General George A. Custer drew his sword and urged the Michiganders forward with the cry "Come on, you Wolverines!" to counter Stuart's cavalry assault led by brigadier generals Fitzhugh Lee and Wade Hampton, as well as elements of John R. Chambliss. Custer is shown here, resplendent in his newly tailored uniform of black velveteen complete with gold trim, on his horse in the heat of the moment, followed just behind by Colonel Charles H. Town of the 1st Michigan Cavalry. This beautiful original Oil painting was created as our 150th Gettysburg anniversary commemorative release, and comes complete certificate of authenticity that is signed by the artist, featuring historical narrative by highly esteemed author and cavalry historian, Eric J. Wittenberg.

OFFERS - Feel free to submit a serious and fair offer for this beautiful original artwork and it will be considered.  



About Mark Maritato:

Mark Maritato is an acclaimed historical artist who brings American military historical events to life through his artwork. His original oil paintings of epic military battles, as well as individual soldier uniform studies now reside in numerous private and institutional collections around the world. It was his love for art and history that drove Mr. Maritato to pursue a career as a professional artist. During his formal training in painting and illustration at the Pratt Institute in Brooklyn, New York, Mr. Maritato began to paint Civil War subjects in oils. Mr. Maritato’s original oil paintings have become renowned among private collectors and public institutions for their high degree of quality through painstaking attention to detail. Every painting Mr. Maritato creates starts with months, or sometimes years of research on his subject before a brush is loaded with paint: all to ensure that each painting is created with highest degree of accuracy possible, in the tradition of the old master military painters.


In 2019, Mr. Maritato was chosen by the US. National Park Service at Valley Forge Historical Site in Pennsylvania to hand-paint 16 custom original artworks that would be reproduced as part of the permanent museum wall display at the park’s newly renovated visitor’s center and would play a large role in the park’s educational mission.  In 2012, Mr. Maritato was commissioned by the Monmouth historical battlefield park in Manalapan, New Jersey to paint seven historical paintings that would be incorporated as part of the park’s new museum display. In both instances, Mr. Maritato worked hands-on with park historians and rangers to ensure the accuracy of every important detail shown in the artworks. Previous to this, in 2009-2010, Mr. Maritato was commissioned by Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Inc. to create three epic paintings on the battle of Gettysburg. Mr. Maritato has also served as a military consultant specializing in Civil War era uniforms and tactics for television and film. Mr. Maritato’s artworks have also been featured on wayside and park exhibits  at the Manassas national battlefield park in Virginia.

"I consider myself blessed, and am very thankful to be able to combine the study of military history material culture through my artwork. I wish to thank all of my collectors and patrons for your support of my work."

Gallery Exhibitions and Shows:


Museums, Institutions and parks:

Book and Magazine Publications:


Corporate:


Television:


Acknowledgements:


Shipping Policy:
• We ship within 3-5 days of purchase. Major holidays may delay shipping by one day.
• International shipping cost is based on the buyer's location as well as the size and weight of the package with insurance.
• Buyer will be emailed a tracking number to track the shipment.
• Once the package leaves us, it is out of our control and completely up to the shipping carrier as to when it will be delivered.
• Please check carrier website with your tracking information for the most updated status on delivery.
• If you require an item by a certain date, please notify us prior to purchase so we can do everything possible to satisfy your request.
• International buyers are responsible to all import duties and taxes of the destination country.
• Please make sure your shipping address is correct and up to date before making purchase.
• All shipments of original artwork will require a signature upon delivery at the buyer's address.


If you have any questions about anything regarding this offering please feel free to ask, we are more than happy to help answer your questions!



Thank you!