Fine Art Print : French machine-gunners 1916
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French machine-gunners 1916
French machine-gunners, Aisne, on the French front during World War I in 1916
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Media ID 4410210
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Aisne Firing Gunner Gunners Guns Ww 1
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the evocative image of French machine-gunners in action during the Aisne sector of the Western Front in 1916. This captivating historical photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, brings the raw realities of the First World War to life, with its gritty texture and intricate details. Perfectly suited for art enthusiasts, historians, or anyone with an appreciation for the past, this Fine Art Print is a must-have addition to your collection. Order now and let this powerful image tell its story in your home or office.
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 50.8cm x 36.3cm (20" x 14.3")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a moment of intense focus and determination among a group of French machine-gunners during the Battle of the Aisne in 1916. The First World War raged on across Europe, and the Western Front in France became a brutal stalemate, marked by trench warfare and devastating artillery and infantry battles. In this image, we see a team of French soldiers, each manning a Vickers machine gun, their faces set with concentration as they prepare to fire. The guns are positioned on tripods, their barrels pointed towards the distant enemy lines. The soldiers wear heavy coats and helmets, their faces obscured by masks to protect against gas attacks. The scene is set against a backdrop of muddy trenches and barbed wire, a stark reminder of the harsh conditions and constant danger that these men faced. The Battle of the Aisne was one of the largest battles of the First World War, fought between August and September 1916. It saw the French and German armies engage in a series of fierce battles, with both sides suffering heavy losses. The use of machine guns, such as the one depicted in this photograph, became a crucial tactic in the war, allowing soldiers to fire large volumes of bullets at the enemy with devastating effect. This powerful image offers a glimpse into the lives of the soldiers who fought on the Western Front during the First World War, and the brutal realities of trench warfare. It is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by the men and women who served during this period, and the enduring impact of war on individuals and nations.
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