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18th century gentleman by George Ranstead
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18th century gentleman by George Ranstead
A curious eighteenth century gent wearing a silk frock coat and tricorn hat lifts a monocle to his eye to see better. Drawn by George Ranstead, an amateur soldier artist of the Great War who served in the Army Pay Corps. Ranstead was one of many soldiers of WWI who took up drawing as a hobby. His subjects range from wartime humour to pictures of pretty girls and are clearly influenced by images in the illustrated magazines of the period.
circa 1916
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1. Title: A Curious 18th Century Gentleman: A WWI Soldier's Tribute to a Bygone Era This evocative image captures the essence of an 18th century gentleman, as rendered by the skilled hand of George Ranstead during the First World War era. The gentleman is depicted in all his finery, wearing a silk frock coat and a tricorn hat, which were the height of fashion during the 18th century. His air of curiosity is conveyed through his lifted monocle, as he peers intently at something beyond the frame of the print. George Ranstead, an unassuming soldier in the Army Pay Corps during the Great War, was an amateur artist who found solace and inspiration in the art of drawing. Ranstead was one of many soldiers who turned to drawing as a pastime to escape the harsh realities of war. His body of work encompasses a wide range of subjects, from wartime humor to portraits of pretty girls, all influenced by the illustrated magazines of the period. The 18th century gentleman in this print is a testament to Ranstead's artistic ability to transport us back in time, allowing us to bask in the elegance and refinement of a bygone era. The image is a poignant reminder of the enduring appeal of history and the power of art to evoke the past. Circa 1916, this postcard is a fascinating glimpse into the mind of a soldier who, amidst the chaos and turmoil of war, found joy and inspiration in the simple act of drawing. It is a reminder of the human spirit's resilience and ability to find beauty and meaning in the most unexpected places. Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection from Mary Evans Prints Online. (Not for commercial use.)
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