Fine Art Print : WW1 photographic exhibition at the Grafton Galleries
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WW1 photographic exhibition at the Grafton Galleries
A group of soldiers discuss what was, at the time, the largest photograph in the world on exhibition at the Grafton Galleries in 1918 and showing the preparations for battle on the Western Front. Date: 1918
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Media ID 14170700
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Exhibitions Galleries Gallery Grafton Mural Photographic Viewing Visitors
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with Media Storehouse's exquisite range of Fine Art Prints from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image transports us to the Grafton Galleries in 1918, where soldiers gather in awe before the largest photograph of its time. Witness the preparations for battle on the Western Front as history unfolds before your eyes. Our Fine Art Prints are meticulously reproduced to preserve the rich details and authenticity of these historic moments. Add a touch of history and timeless beauty to your home or office with Media Storehouse's exceptional Fine Art Prints collection.
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Amidst the somber realities of the First World War, a moment of awe and wonder unfolded at the Grafton Galleries in London during the autumn of 1918. The largest photograph in the world at the time, measuring an impressive 11 meters by 4.5 meters, was on display for the public to behold. This monumental photographic mural depicted the meticulous preparations of British soldiers on the Western Front, offering a rare and poignant glimpse into the realities of war. In this image, a group of soldiers, their faces etched with the weight of their experiences, gather around the mural, deeply engrossed in its intricate details. Their uniforms, weathered and worn, bear testament to the harsh conditions they had endured. Their expressions range from thoughtful contemplation to quiet admiration, as they take in the expansive scene before them. The Grafton Galleries, a renowned center for artistic and cultural exhibitions, had become a sanctuary for Londoners seeking solace and understanding amidst the chaos of war. The photographic exhibition, which drew thousands of visitors, served as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by the soldiers and their families, as well as a tribute to the power of photography to capture and preserve history. This evocative photograph, with its raw and unfiltered portrayal of the human experience, stands as a poignant testament to the enduring impact of the First World War on the collective consciousness of a nation. As the soldiers ponder the intricacies of the mural, they embody the universal human desire to make sense of the world around us, even in the most trying of times.
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