Canvas Print : Jerry by George Ranstead
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Jerry by George Ranstead
A small pen and ink drawing on a postcard of a British soldiers impression of the enemy. Known as " Jerry" by the troops and the " Hun" by officers, the German soldiers were often caricatured by the British as ugly and porcine. Conversely, many German cartoons of the day depict the British as ugly and scrawny
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Caricatures Enemy Gerry Jerry Post Card Ranstead Ugly
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
"Bring history into your home with the Media Storehouse range of Canvas Prints featuring "Jerry by George Ranstead" from Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative pen and ink drawing, known as "Jerry" by the troops and the "Hun" by officers, offers a unique glimpse into the experiences of British soldiers during wartime. Each canvas print is carefully crafted with high-quality materials and vibrant colors, ensuring a stunning and durable piece of art that tells a story. Add this captivating piece to your collection and create a conversation starter in your living space."
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
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
This intriguing pen and ink drawing on a postcard, titled "Jerry" by George Ranstead, offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of wartime caricatures during the First World War. The image depicts a German soldier, a common target of satire and ridicule by the British troops and officers. The term "Jerry" was widely used by the Allied forces to refer to the German soldiers, while they were derisively labeled as "Huns" by the British officers. The caricatured representation of the enemy in this sketch is noteworthy for its unflattering portrayal of the German soldiers as ugly and porcine. The drawing emphasizes their heavy jowls, large noses, and bushy mustaches, which were often exaggerated in British war-time propaganda and cartoons. Conversely, the British soldiers and officers were depicted as thin and scrawny in German cartoons of the day. The drawing is a small but powerful illustration of the psychological impact of war and the role of propaganda in shaping public perception. It is a poignant reminder of the ways in which the enemy was demonized and dehumanized during times of conflict. The image, created in 1918, reflects the height of the war and the intense animosity between the two sides. George Ranstead's "Jerry" is a valuable historical artifact that sheds light on the cultural and social context of the First World War. It is a testament to the power of art and illustration in shaping public opinion and reflecting the complexities of human conflict.
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