Fine Art Print : Scene in market place, Moorslede, Flanders, WW1
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Scene in market place, Moorslede, Flanders, WW1
Scene in the market place of Moorslede, West Flanders, Belgium, during a defensive battle, First World War. Date: July-September 1917
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21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into history with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the poignant scene of Moorslede Marketplace during the First World War. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the tense atmosphere of the defensive battle in West Flanders, Belgium, during July-September 1917. Each print is meticulously produced using high-quality materials, ensuring vibrant colors and exceptional detail. Bring a piece of history into your home or office and add depth to your decor with this unique and captivating artwork.
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.
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 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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
In this evocative black-and-white photograph, the once bustling market place of Moorslede, a small town in West Flanders, Belgium, lies deserted and open to the elements during the defensive battles of the First World War. Dated between July and September of 1917, the scene depicts the aftermath of intense combat, with cobblestone streets now empty of people and vehicles. The buildings that line the square, their facades pockmarked with bullet holes and shrapnel damage, stand as silent witnesses to the great conflict that had engulfed the region. The Great War had reached the Western Front in August 1914, and the Ypres Salient, where Moorslede is located, became a focal point for some of the most brutal fighting of the war. The battle for this strategic area saw the deployment of both sides' most advanced weaponry, including heavy artillery and poison gas. The market place, with its open space, became a valuable position for both defensive and offensive maneuvers. The photograph captures the stark contrast between the tranquility of a typical market day and the chaos and destruction of war. The emptiness of the scene underscores the disruption caused by the conflict, as well as the sense of loss and abandonment felt by the local population. The desolate market place of Moorslede serves as a poignant reminder of the impact of war on communities and the enduring power of history to evoke emotion and reflection.
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