Canvas Print : My Visit to the Italian Front by Bruce Bairnsfather
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My Visit to the Italian Front by Bruce Bairnsfather
(Left picture): A Visit to the Alpini: " The chauffeur says a car fell over here last week" " Oh!" Autobiographical cartoon from Captain Bruce Bairnsfather in The Bystander documenting his experiences during a trip to the Italian Front in 1918. The picture on the right, showing a precarious mountain journey is entitled, On the Way Up - Unless you like riding, don t go and see the Alpini - the mules ears tickle so." Date: 1918
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Media ID 14170682
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Alpini Alps Bairnsfather Bruce Dangerous Mules
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the captivating "My Visit to the Italian Front" Canvas Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the iconic work of British satirical artist, Bruce Bairnsfather. This exquisite print showcases the humorous and poignant cartoon "A Visit to the Alpini: 'The chauffeur says a car fell over here last week' 'Oh!'" published in The Bystander. This captivating piece, rights-managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a unique glimpse into the experiences of soldiers during World War I. Each canvas print is meticulously crafted using premium materials, ensuring vibrant colors and stunning detail. Bring this piece of historical art into your home or office to add character and conversation-starting charm.
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 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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.
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My Visit to the Italian Front: A Humorous Account of Captain Bruce Bairnsfather's Adventures with the Alpini In this autobiographical cartoon from The Bystander, published in 1918, British war artist and satirist, Captain Bruce Bairnsfather, recounts his experiences during a visit to the Italian Front. The left image, titled "A Visit to the Alpini," depicts a conversation between two men, one of whom is a chauffeur, as they stand near the wreckage of a car. "The chauffeur says a car fell over here last week," the first man remarks. "Oh!" the second man exclaims, expressing surprise and concern. This humorous vignette offers a glimpse into the daily challenges and hazards faced by those serving on the Italian Front during World War I. The right image, titled "On the Way Up - Unless you like riding, don't go and see the Alpini - the mules' ears tickle so," showcases the precarious mountain journey undertaken by the Alpini, the Italian Alpine troops. The cartoon depicts a mule carrying a soldier up a steep, rocky path, with the mule's ears flapping in the wind. The caption humorously advises against the journey for those who dislike riding, acknowledging the discomfort and inconvenience of the treacherous terrain. Both images offer a lighthearted yet insightful look into the experiences of those serving on the Italian Front during World War I, highlighting the challenges and hardships faced by soldiers and support personnel alike. Through his witty and humorous cartoons, Captain Bruce Bairnsfather offers a unique perspective on the realities of war, making history come alive in a way that resonates with audiences even today.
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