Poster Print : Scottish Misery
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Scottish Misery
A Scottish soldier plays mournfully on his bagpipes, nose dripping and unconsoled by whisky or jam, at the first wartime Christmas
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Media ID 4367970
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Bag Pipes Dripping Misery Nose Plays Whisky December War Time
18x24 inch Poster Print
"Experience the poignant beauty of Scottish Misery, an evocative image of a lone soldier playing his bagpipes at the first wartime Christmas. This hauntingly moving photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, is now available as a stunning poster print from Media Storehouse. Capturing the raw emotions of the season, this print is a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made during times of conflict. Bring the history and nostalgia of this poignant moment into your home or office with this beautifully printed and framed poster. Order now and let the story of Scottish Misery touch your heart."
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")
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
A Somber Christmas: The Scottish Soldier's Lament (1914)": This poignant image captures the raw emotion and despair of a Scottish soldier playing his bagpipes on the Western Front during the first Christmas of World War I. The soldier's face is etched with grief and sorrow, his nose dripping with the chill of the winter air. Despite the proximity of a bottle of whisky and a jar of jam, neither seems to offer him any solace or comfort in his mournful melody. The year was 1914, and the horrors of the Great War had long since taken their toll on the soldiers who fought in the trenches. The holiday season, usually a time of joy and celebration, held little meaning for these weary men who had been separated from their families and friends. The image of the soldier playing his bagpipes at Christmas became a powerful symbol of the sadness and longing that pervaded the trenches during this time. This historical photograph, taken during the early days of war photography, offers a glimpse into the human side of the conflict. It serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made by soldiers and their families during times of war and the enduring power of music to evoke emotion and connect us to the past. The image is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the ability to find solace in the most unexpected places, even in the midst of unimaginable hardship. The haunting image of the Scottish soldier playing his bagpipes on a cold and mournful Christmas Day in 1914 remains a powerful reminder of the human cost of war and the enduring power of music to evoke emotion and connect us to the past. This photograph is an invaluable historical document that offers a unique perspective on a pivotal moment in world history.
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