Fine Art Print : Blood and Iron 1914
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Blood and Iron 1914
On 4th August 1914, Britain declared war on Germany, marking the beginning of the First World War; a few days later this illustration appeared in The Graphic. Date: 1914
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Media ID 14120112
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Beginning Blood Centurion Conflict Covers Declared Giant Graphic Iron Martial Outbreak Start Strength Symbol Symbolic Warfare Warrior Wilson
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite selection from the Media Storehouse Fine Art Prints range. Witness the historical significance of the past with "Blood and Iron 1914" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This powerful and poignant illustration captures the mood of the world as Britain declared war on Germany, marking the beginning of the First World War. Originally published in The Graphic on a few days after the declaration, this print is a testament to the historical events that shaped our world. Add this timeless piece to your collection and bring a piece of history into your home or office.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 53.3cm (14" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
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
August 1914: The Blood and Iron Charter Unleashes the Storm of War As the sun set on the tranquil waters of the North Sea, the world stood on the brink of a cataclysmic upheaval. On August 4, 1914, Britain, under the leadership of Prime Minister Herbert Henry Asquith, declared war on Germany, marking the beginning of the First World War. The news spread like wildfire, igniting a flame of fear and determination across the globe. Just a few days later, on August 14, 1914, the cover of The Graphic, a popular British weekly magazine, bore witness to the ominous turn of events. The image, titled "Blood and Iron 1914," depicted a towering, armored Centurion, reminiscent of the German "Blood and Iron" policy, with a fiery sword in one hand and a scroll bearing the date "1914" in the other. The Centurion stood atop a battlefield, surrounded by the chaos of war, with soldiers charging forward in the distance. The caricature, created by renowned cartoonist David Wilson, was a powerful symbol of the martial strength and determination that would come to define the conflict. The title "Blood and Iron" was a reference to the policy of German Chancellor Otto von Bismarck, which emphasized the importance of military strength and unity in the German Empire. As the world plunged into the depths of warfare, the image of the Blood and Iron Centurion served as a stark reminder of the strength and resolve that would be required to navigate the treacherous waters of the coming conflict. The First World War would forever change the course of history, and the image of the Blood and Iron Centurion would stand as a symbolic testament to the events that unfolded that fateful summer.
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