Fine Art Print : Belgian refugees on ship WWII
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Belgian refugees on ship WWII
Food supplies were taken out to the Belgian ship and distributed amongst the refugees. Here a Belgian mother feeds a baby with pieces of bread broken from a loaf that she received
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Belgian Refugee Refugees Ww 2 Ww Ii
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring a poignant moment of hope amidst the hardships of war. This evocative image captures a Belgian mother tenderly feeding her baby from a loaf of bread, as they await rescue on a ship during World War II. Sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, this Rights Managed print offers a powerful glimpse into history, making it a moving addition to any home or office space. Let this timeless piece inspire reflection and resonate with the human spirit.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This poignant photograph captures a moment of compassion and hope amidst the chaos and hardship of World War II. Taken aboard the Belgian ship, SS Reina del Pacifico, the image shows a Belgian mother tenderly feeding her infant son with pieces of bread, which were distributed among the refugees by the crew and well-wishers. The ship, a symbol of safety and salvation, had sailed from Falmouth, England, carrying over 2,000 Belgian refugees who had fled their homeland to escape the horrors of war. The crowd on the deck, a sea of desperate yet determined faces, bears witness to the immense human suffering caused by the conflict. The photograph serves as a powerful reminder of the resilience and resourcefulness of the human spirit, even in the most challenging of circumstances. The SS Reina del Pacifico, a beacon of hope in the midst of darkness, carried these refugees to a new beginning, offering them a chance to rebuild their lives. This historical image, a testament to the enduring human spirit, is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices and struggles of the past, and a call to remember the importance of empathy and compassion in times of crisis.
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