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Framed Print : 1916 / Somme Valley Scene
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1916 / Somme Valley Scene
Artillery bombardment in the Somme valley, near Curlu. Date: 6 July 1916
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Media ID 7135349
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22"x18" Modern Frame
Experience the history of the Somme Valley come alive with our stunning Framed Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the powerful image "1916 / Somme Valley Scene" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative print captures the intensity of the artillery bombardment near Curlu on 6 July 1916, transporting you back in time to the pivotal moments of the Battle of the Somme. The high-quality print is expertly framed, adding an elegant and timeless touch to any room in your home or office. Relive history in a new way with this beautiful and moving piece.
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 45.7cm (20" x 18")
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 raw power and devastation of the artillery bombardment in the Somme Valley during the Battle of the Somme in July 1916. The image, taken near the village of Curlu, depicts the Western Front during one of the most significant events of the First World War. The tranquil landscape of the valley is transformed into a chaotic scene of destruction, with the earth churned up by the relentless barrage of shells. The ominous clouds of smoke rising from the horizon betray the presence of the artillery batteries, their deafening roars a harbinger of the carnage to come. The trees in the distance, their branches stripped bare, stand as silent witnesses to the violence unfolding below. The Battle of the Somme, which lasted from July to November 1916, was one of the bloodiest battles in human history, with over one million casualties reported. The objective of the offensive was to break through the German lines and capture the fortified town of Péronne, but the battle ultimately ended in a stalemate. The failure of the offensive came at a great cost, with the Allied forces suffering heavy losses. This haunting photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by the soldiers who fought in the Battle of the Somme and the devastating impact of modern warfare. The scene depicted in the photograph is a testament to the indelible mark left on the land by the events of that fateful summer in 1916.
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