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Fine Art Print : Mens Wear during WW1, August and February by J. H. Thorpe
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Mens Wear during WW1, August and February by J. H. Thorpe
The contrast in clothing worn by British soldiers in the trenches in August and in February. The soldier on the left wears the familiar khaki tunic, breeches and puttees. On the right, the man is swaddled in a goatskin coat with balaclava and scarf, possibly handknitted comforts. Date: 1916
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Balaclava Coats Comforts Goatskin Keeping Khaki Knitted Scarf Seasonal Thorpe Trenches Tunic Warm Warmth Wear Woollen Woollies Wrapped
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exclusive range of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the evocative work of J. H. Thorpe. This captivating image, Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the stark contrast between British soldiers' attire during the August and February months of the First World War. On the left, a soldier is depicted in the familiar khaki tunic, breeches, and puttees, suited for the warmer summer months. In stark contrast, a soldier on the right is bundled up against the harsh winter conditions, wearing multiple layers and a heavy greatcoat. This powerful image offers a poignant reminder of the soldiers' enduring resilience and the harsh realities of life in the trenches. Add this evocative print 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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 46.8cm x 40.6cm (18.4" x 16")
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, taken by J.H. Thorpe in 1916, captures the stark contrast in clothing worn by British soldiers during the First World War, specifically during the summer month of August and the harsh winter month of February. On the left, a soldier is dressed in the familiar khaki uniform consisting of a tunic, breeches, and puttees, which were designed to provide protection against the elements and camouflage in the trenches. However, on the right, the man is almost unrecognizable, swaddled in a thick goatskin coat, a balaclava, and a scarf, possibly handknitted comforts from home. The soldier's face is obscured by the balaclava, and his hands are tucked into his pockets, trying to keep as warm as possible. The contrast between the two soldiers highlights the extreme seasonal conditions that soldiers endured during the First World War. The summer months were hot and humid, while the winters were cold and wet, with temperatures dropping below freezing. Soldiers in the trenches often had to endure these conditions with little to no protection, making the importance of receiving comforts from home all the more significant. The photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by soldiers during the war and the importance of providing them with the necessary clothing and comforts to survive the harsh conditions. The image also underscores the resilience and adaptability of the human spirit, as soldiers found ways to keep warm in the face of adversity.
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