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Fine Art Print : Wrights Coal Tar Soap - WW1
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Wrights Coal Tar Soap - WW1
Advertisement for Wrights Coal Tar Soap from the Great War showing a soldier and his wife or sweetheart bidding farewell to each other. Rather ruining the romantic moment, he asks her to remember to send him some soap! Date: 1915
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Advertisements Adverts Cleanliness Coal Comforts Farewell Girlfriend Jan17 Romance Romantic Soap Sweetheart Tommy Washing Wrights
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the poignant history of the Great War with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the poignant advertisement for Wrights Coal Tar Soap. This evocative image captures the emotional farewell between a soldier and his loved one as he prepares to depart for the battlefield. Printed on premium archival paper, this timeless piece of history is a must-have for any collection, adding depth and character to your home or office decor. Rights Managed through Mary Evans Prints Online.
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 35.5cm x 53.3cm (14" 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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Amidst the chaos and uncertainty of the First World War, moments of tenderness and love continued to resonate deeply for soldiers and their families. In this poignant image from 1915, a soldier, dressed in his uniform, bids farewell to his wife or sweetheart as they share a heartfelt embrace. The raw emotion etched on their faces speaks volumes of their longing and anticipation for each other's return. However, the soldier's thoughts are momentarily interrupted as he remembers an essential item he must request from his loved one – Wright's Coal Tar Soap. Wright's Coal Tar Soap had become a staple in the British Army during the Great War, renowned for its cleansing and disinfecting properties. The harsh conditions of the battlefield and the lack of proper hygiene facilities made it a vital commodity for soldiers to maintain their health and wellbeing. With the comforts of home seemingly a world away, the soldier's mind turns to securing a supply of this essential item. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made during wartime and the simple comforts that brought solace to soldiers far from home. Wright's Coal Tar Soap, though seemingly mundane, became a symbol of hope and connection between soldiers and their loved ones, bridging the gap between the trenches and the home front.
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