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A Little Belgian Refugee by Charles Dana Gibson
Sketch of a little Belgian refugee boy drawn by Charles Dana Gibson, better known for his illustrations of pretty Edwardian women known as the Gibson Girls. Date: 1914
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21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the poignant history of the past with our exquisite Fine Art Print of "A Little Belgian Refugee" by Charles Dana Gibson. This poignant sketch, originally published in 1914 during the height of the Edwardian era, offers a rare glimpse into a moment of human compassion amidst the chaos of war. Gibson, best known for his iconic Gibson Girls, showcases his artistic versatility with this moving depiction of a young Belgian refugee. Add this beautiful and historically significant print to your collection and bring a piece of the past 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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 27.2cm x 53.3cm (10.7" 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.
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A poignant departure from the glamour and elegance for which he was renowned, this sketch by Charles Dana Gibson captures the plight of a little Belgian refugee boy during the chaotic early days of World War I. Dated 1914, the image is a stark contrast to the Gibson Girls, the iconic illustrations of fashionable women that made Gibson a household name. As the conflict between the Allies and the Central Powers escalated, the Belgian population became trapped in the crossfire. German troops invaded neutral Belgium in August 1914, causing widespread destruction and forcing thousands of civilians, including children, to flee their homes. Gibson, an American artist, was deeply moved by the humanitarian crisis unfolding in Europe. He captured the essence of the suffering and resilience of the Belgian people in this poignant drawing of a young boy. The boy, dressed in tattered clothes and clutching a small bundle, gazes out at the viewer with a determined expression, reflecting the indomitable spirit of the Belgian refugees. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the human cost of war and the importance of compassion and aid during times of crisis. Gibson's ability to capture the essence of the human experience, whether it be the elegance of the Gibson Girls or the raw emotion of a refugee boy, makes this sketch a valuable historical document and a testament to the power of art to evoke empathy and understanding.
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