Fine Art Print : WW2 Christmas card, air raid wardens on bicycles
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WW2 Christmas card, air raid wardens on bicycles
WW2 Christmas card, two air raid wardens on bicycles. Date: circa 1942
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 14189032
© The March of the Women Collection/Mary Evans Picture Library
Bicycle Bicycles Clear Correspondence Cycling Ephemera Raid Sandbags Warden Wardens
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite selection of WW2 Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image of two air raid wardens on bicycles, circa 1942, brings to life the spirit of resilience and community during wartime. The intricate details and authentic colors of this Rights Managed print from Mary Evans Prints Online make it a stunning addition to any home or office. Relive history and add a touch of nostalgia to your space with this unique and inspiring piece.
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.
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 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" 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 WW2 Christmas card image captures the spirit of community resilience and determination during the darkest days of the Second World War. Dated circa 1942, the card features two Air Raid Wardens, a man and a woman, mounted on bicycles, ready to face the challenges of the holiday season amidst the backdrop of wartime Britain. The wardens, dressed in their distinctive ARP helmets and carrying sandbags as protection against potential air raids, embody the unwavering courage and vigilance of the British people during this critical period. The simple yet effective design of the card, with its clear, bold lines and muted color palette, reflects the austere conditions of the time while also conveying a sense of hope and cheer. The bicycles, a common mode of transport during the war due to fuel shortages, add a practical and symbolic touch to the scene. This Christmas card is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices and adaptations made by the British population during the 1940s. It serves as a testament to the enduring spirit of the human condition, even in the face of adversity. The image of the two wardens cycling through the wintery landscape, with their helmets on and their spirits high, is a powerful representation of the fortitude and camaraderie that sustained the nation during the long and arduous conflict.
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