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Canvas Print : A poor Belgian woman outside her burnt out home in Melle with her four children
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A poor Belgian woman outside her burnt out home in Melle with her four children
A poor Belgian woman outside her burnt out home in Melle with her four children, is forced to beg for money so she can feed her family. Circa 9th September 1914
Published Daily Mirror Page 1 11th September 1914
Tom Grant
WATFORD
Mirrorpix
Mella
Flemish Region
Belgium
Media ID 21352644
© Mirrorpix
Civilians Crying Money Mother And Children World War One 1910s Weeping
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Bring the poignant story of Tom Grant's "A Poor Belgian Woman" into your home with our Media Storehouse Canvas Prints. This powerful image captures the resilience and determination of a mother of four, who, after losing her home to a fire, bravely begs for funds to feed her family in Melle, Belgium. Our high-quality canvas prints are meticulously crafted to bring out the rich colors and textures of Grant's photograph, ensuring a stunning addition to any living space. Let this inspiring piece serve as a reminder of the strength of the human spirit and the importance of empathy and compassion.
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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This poignant print captures the heartbreaking reality faced by a poor Belgian woman and her four children in Melle during World War I. The devastating effects of war are vividly portrayed as they stand outside their burnt-out home, left with nothing but ashes and despair. Published on the front page of the Daily Mirror on September 11th, 1914, this image serves as a powerful reminder of the hardships endured by civilians during times of conflict. In this snapshot frozen in time, we witness the desperation etched across the mother's face as she is forced to beg for money to provide for her family's basic needs. Her tear-filled eyes speak volumes about her anguish and uncertainty in an uncertain world torn apart by war. The innocent faces of her children reflect both their vulnerability and resilience amidst such adversity. Photographer Tom Grant has masterfully captured not only a moment but also an entire era defined by struggle and sacrifice. This photograph from Memory Lane Prints transports us back to a time when charity was essential for survival, emphasizing that even amidst chaos, compassion can still shine through. As we gaze upon this image from over a century ago, it serves as a stark reminder that wars have far-reaching consequences beyond battlefields – affecting families like these who were caught up in its merciless grip. May this photograph inspire empathy within us all and serve as a call to action against injustice wherever it may be found.
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