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Framed Print : Paris, France - pile of artillery pieces in a mound
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Paris, France - pile of artillery pieces in a mound
A mound of artillery pieces in a very symbolic gesture of abandonment of the war effort at the final closure of World War One in 1918. The whole mass of wheels and guns is topped with a gilt French cockerel and an orb, inscribed with 1918. Date: circa 1918
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Artillery Cock Cockerel Gilt Guns Mound Pile Rooster Wheels Ww 1
22"x18" Modern Frame
Introducing the latest addition to our Media Storehouse Framed Prints collection: "Paris, France - pile of artillery pieces in a mound." This powerful image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the poignant symbolism of the final closure of World War One in 1918. With the abandonment of the war effort, this mound of artillery pieces stands as a testament to the sacrifices made and the hope for peace. Our high-quality framed print brings this historical moment into your home or office, making for an inspiring and thought-provoking conversation piece. Order yours today and let this iconic image tell its story. #WW1 #Peace #History #Artillery #FramedPrints.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 34cm (20" x 13.4")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 45.7cm (22" x 18")
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 evocative photograph captures the symbolic moment of the abandonment of the war effort at the final closure of World War One in Paris, France, in 1918. A mound of discarded artillery pieces, a testament to the devastating consequences of the Great War, is seen piled high on the pavement. Atop the mass of wheels and guns stands a gilt French rooster and an orb, inscribed with the year 1918. The rooster, a national symbol of France, is a powerful representation of the resilience and determination of the French people, even in the face of adversity. The orb, a traditional emblem of sovereignty, signifies the end of the war and the restoration of peace. This poignant image serves as a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made during the war and the hope for a brighter future.
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