Metal Print : On the cards 1918
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On the cards 1918
Rationing was introduced into Britain at the end of World War One, February 1918. Conscience of the response to an effective U-boat campaign, to ensure that food shortages never occurred.
This illustration by Henry Mayo Bateman depicts the confusion about positions and weights of food " What is to happen when a bird is a couple of ounces under or over the coupons" " is the 2 oz to be cut off and wasted". Also households where putting their rations together to get a bigger meal.
1918
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16"x24" (61x41cm) Metal Print
Step back in time with our captivating Metal Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the iconic image "On the Cards" by H.M. Bateman/ILN/Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative piece takes us back to 1918, a pivotal year in British history when rationing was introduced to combat food shortages during the end of World War One. Each Metal Print is meticulously crafted, bringing vibrant colors and stunning detail to your walls. Preserve this piece of history and add a unique touch to your decor with our high-quality Metal Prints.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 41.2cm x 61.5cm (16.2" x 24.2")
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
On the Cards: A Humorous Take on Food Rationing in Britain during World War One (1918) As the end of World War One drew near in 1918, the British public braced for the introduction of food rationing. The effective U-boat campaign had caused food shortages, and the Ministry of Food sought to prevent such shortages from crippling the nation. In this illustration by renowned British cartoonist Henry Mayo Bateman, we see a scene of confusion and contemplation among shoppers as they grapple with the new rationing system. The image, titled "On the Cards," depicts a couple at a grocery shop, weighing their purchases to ensure they adhere to the rationing regulations. The man, holding a scale, looks perplexed as he compares the weight of a bird against the coupons, asking, "What is to happen when a bird is a couple of ounces under or over the coupons?" The woman, equally puzzled, suggests, "Is the 2 oz to be cut off and wasted?" Meanwhile, other households in the background are seen putting their rations together to create larger meals, emphasizing the communal spirit and resourcefulness of the British people during this challenging time. The cartoon humorously captures the uncertainty and anxiety surrounding the new rationing system, as well as the ingenuity and resilience of the public in adapting to the new conditions. This illustration, published in the Illustrated London News, is a poignant reminder of the significant impact of World War One on everyday life in Britain and the innovative ways in which the public responded to the challenges they faced. The Estate of H.M. Bateman/ILN/Mary Evans Picture Library holds the copyright to this image.
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