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Canvas Print : The Horrors of Home
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The Horrors of Home
A Captain, home on leave during World War I returns to his tranquil countryside village to discover it is now a hub of industry complete with belching chimneys, manufacturing armaments for the war. A home from home really
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Media ID 4392797
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Armaments Chimneys Complete Country Side Discover Horrors Leave Manufacturing Returns Tranquil Belching
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
"Step into the poignant world of "The Horrors of Home" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, beautifully rendered in our Media Storehouse Canvas Prints. This evocative image captures the stark contrast between the idyllic countryside of yesteryears and the harsh realities of industrialization during World War I. A weary Captain, returning from the battlefield, is taken aback by the sight of his peaceful village transformed into a hub of industry, with belching chimneys manufacturing armaments for the war. Our premium canvas prints, with their vibrant colors and high-resolution detail, bring this poignant moment in history to life in your home or office. Order now and let this powerful piece of art tell a story that resonates with us all."
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
The Horrors of Home" captures the stark contrast between the peaceful countryside village that a Captain left behind when he went off to fight in World War I, and the industrialized war machine it has become upon his return. The once tranquil landscape is now dominated by belching chimneys and bustling factories manufacturing armaments for the war effort.
The Captain's shock and disbelief are palpable as he takes in the sight before him - a far cry from the idyllic home he remembers. The village, once a haven of peace and serenity, is now transformed into a hub of industry dedicated to supporting the war.
This powerful image serves as a poignant reminder of the devastating impact of war on not just those who fight on the front lines, but also on their loved ones back home. The horrors of conflict extend far beyond the battlefield, reaching even into the heart of rural communities like this one.
As we look at this historical photograph from 1918, we are reminded of the sacrifices made by countless individuals during times of war. It is a sobering reflection on how quickly our familiar surroundings can be altered by forces beyond our control.
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