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A Perilous Passage by George Ranstead
A man is given a terrifying ride in a sidecar by a female motorcycle rider, zooming away from other vehicles, buses, trams and horses in the street. During World War I, women increasingly took on traditionally male jobs, a fact this humorous picture points out. It is drawn on a postcard by George Ranstead, an amateur artist of the Great War who served in the Army Pay Corps. Ranstead was one of many soldiers of WWI who took up drawing as a hobby. His subjects range from wartime humour to pictures of pretty girls and are clearly influenced by images in the illustrated magazines of the period.
circa 1916
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14"x11" Photo Print
Experience the thrill of a daring ride with "A Perilous Passage by George Ranstead" from our Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints. This captivating image, taken from the Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection at Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back in time as a man clings on for dear life as his fearless female motorcycle rider speeds away, leaving buses, trams, and horses in her wake. Add this exhilarating print to your collection and bring the excitement of the past into your home or office.
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Estimated Product Size is 27.9cm x 35.5cm (11" x 14")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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A Perilous Passage
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is a humorous and thrilling postcard image drawn by George Ranstead during World War I. The scene depicts a daring and terrifying ride given to a man in a sidecar by a fearless female motorcycle rider. The woman, dressed in a leather jacket and goggles, confidently steers her motorbike through a bustling street filled with various modes of transportation. Amidst the chaos of buses, trams, horses, and other vehicles, the motorcycle duo fearlessly zooms past, leaving them all in their wake. This humorous illustration serves as a testament to the increasing role of women in traditionally male jobs during the war. George Ranstead, an amateur artist and soldier in the Army Pay Corps, created this and other works as a hobby. His art reflects the influence of the illustrated magazines of the period, showcasing a range of subjects from wartime humor to pretty girls. Ranstead's unique perspective and artistic talent provide a fascinating glimpse into the spirit of the era. This postcard, created around 1916, captures the excitement and danger of the open road, as well as the unexpected roles women took on during the war. The image remains a captivating reminder of the spirit of adventure and the resilience of the human spirit during challenging times.
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