Fine Art Print : Hut Life Illustrated, WW1 cartoon
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Hut Life Illustrated, WW1 cartoon
Cartoon showing the soporific atmosphere in a Y.M.C.A hut recreation room somewhere on the Western Front during the First World War, where soldiers can spend their leisure time reading magazines, playing chess and snoozing. Their peace is shattered however, when a commanding officer springs a surprise visit. Date: 1917
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Media ID 14170650
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Amusing Atmosphere Chess Commanding Duty Fright Huts Magazines Recreation Shock Ymca
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating illustration, titled "Hut Life Illustrated," takes us to the Western Front during World War I. In this charming cartoon from Mary Evans Prints Online, soldiers are seen enjoying a moment of respite in a Y.M.C.A hut recreation room. The soporific atmosphere is filled with the gentle hum of pages turning as soldiers immerse themselves in magazines, offering a poignant reminder of the simple pleasures found even in the most trying of times. Add this timeless piece to your collection and bring a piece of history into 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 35.8cm (20" x 14.1")
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
Amidst the harsh realities of the Western Front during World War I, moments of respite were cherished by weary soldiers. This cartoon, titled "Hut Life Illustrated," depicts the soporific atmosphere inside a Y.M.C.A hut, where soldiers could escape the rigors of military life. In this cozy recreation room, soldiers are engrossed in reading magazines, engrossed in chess games, or peacefully snoozing. The tranquility is abruptly disrupted, however, as a commanding officer unexpectedly bursts into the room, startling the soldiers from their leisurely pursuits. The humorous contrast between the soldiers' peaceful reprieve and the sudden intrusion of military duty is a poignant reminder of the challenges and uncertainties faced by soldiers during wartime. Dated 1917, this cartoon offers a unique glimpse into the experiences of soldiers on the Western Front and the importance of finding moments of relaxation amidst the chaos of war. This historical cartoon, published in "Hut Life Illustrated," is an amusing and insightful representation of the daily life of soldiers during the First World War.
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