Framed Print : Cartoon, Present of tobacco, WW1
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Cartoon, Present of tobacco, WW1
Cartoon, Present of tobacco. A French soldier is disappointed by the very small present of tobacco his godmother has sent him. Date: 1917
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Media ID 14352790
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Disappointment Gift Present Tobacco
12"x10" Modern Frame
Step back in time with our captivating Framed Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the classic cartoon "Cartoon, Present of tobacco, WW1" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image transports you to the trenches of World War I with a humorous take on the hardships soldiers faced. The French soldier's disappointment in receiving a small parcel of tobacco from his godmother is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made during wartime. Add this unique and thought-provoking piece to your collection and bring a touch of history into your home or office.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 30.5cm (10" x 12")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
A Disappointing Wartime Gift - Cartoon, Present of Tobacco (1917)
EDITORS COMMENTS
During the tumultuous times of the First World War, the Western Front was a place of unimaginable hardship and sacrifice. Amidst the chaos and uncertainty, the simple pleasures of home became all the more cherished. In this evocative cartoon from 1917, a French soldier, dressed in his military uniform, sits dejectedly on the ground, cradling a small package in his hands. The expression on his face speaks volumes of his disappointment. The package, carefully wrapped in brown paper and tied with a string, holds a meager gift from his godmother - a small pouch of tobacco. In the background, the harsh realities of war are evident, with the muddy trenches, barbed wire, and the distant sound of gunfire. The soldier's thoughts, however, are focused on the paltry present, which seems insignificant in comparison to the trials he faces daily on the battlefield. This poignant cartoon captures the essence of wartime life, where even the smallest comforts from home could bring a moment of respite and joy in the face of adversity. The soldier's disappointment is a reminder of the human cost of war and the longing for the simple pleasures of home. The cartoon, with its blend of humor and pathos, serves as a poignant testament to the enduring spirit of soldiers during the First World War. Date: 1917 Keywords: WWI, WW1, World War, 1st Great War, cartoon, 1917, events, cartoons, man, men, army, soldiers, military, western front, french, uniform, comic, humour, soldier, present, gift, smoking, tobacco, disappointment.
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