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Christmas Card Cartoon

Tommys Christmas Greeting. A satirical Christmas card from Tommy to his Dear Old Friend Fritz the German soldier, depicting the British Tommy throwing a grenade as a gift

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Media ID 4362401

© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10192880

Depicting Explosive Fritz Gift Grenade Joke Satirical Throwing Tommy Trenches Ww 1

20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print

Bring a touch of holiday cheer and a hint of nostalgic humor to your home with the Media Storehouse range of Fine Art Prints from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating Christmas Card Cartoon, titled "Tommy's Christmas Greeting," showcases a satirical take on the holiday season as a British Tommy extends a heartfelt greeting to his "Dear Old Friend" Fritz, the German soldier, with an unexpected gift in hand. Add this unique and intriguing piece to your collection and create a conversation starter in your living room or office space. Order your Fine Art Print today and let the holiday merriment begin!

20x16 image printed on 26x22 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 35.7cm x 50.8cm (14.1" x 20")

Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")

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 satirical Christmas card from 1917 is a humorous yet poignant reminder of the events that unfolded during World War I. The cartoon depicts a British Tommy throwing a grenade as a gift to his dear old friend Fritz, the German soldier, in the trenches. The explosive nature of the gift adds a darkly comedic twist to the holiday season, highlighting the absurdity and tragedy of war. The clever use of humor in this cartoon serves as a commentary on the historical context of WWI, where soldiers on opposing sides found themselves in unimaginable circumstances. Despite being enemies on the battlefield, there was still room for moments of levity and camaraderie among soldiers who shared similar experiences. Through this Christmas greeting, Tommy sends a message to Fritz that transcends language barriers and nationalities - one of understanding and shared humanity amidst conflict. It reminds us that even in times of war, there can be moments of connection and empathy between individuals caught up in larger geopolitical events. As we reflect on this piece of history captured in cartoon form, let us remember those who served and sacrificed during WWI, while also appreciating the power of satire to shed light on difficult truths with wit and creativity.

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