Framed Print : Cartoon, Soldier returning from leave, WW1
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Cartoon, Soldier returning from leave, WW1
Cartoon, a French soldier returning from leave tells his colleague what it was like. At every point someone pointed to the Keep Quiet notice, although what he had said was entirely innocent, so he has hurried back to the trenches where he doesn t need to worry so much about German ears. Date: 1916
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Media ID 14237509
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Baionnette Cafe Civilian Civilians Colleague Confidential Dreaming Ears Impossible Information Innocent Leave Menu Mouth Notice Phonogram Point Pointed Pointing Quiet Record Restaurant Rifle Shut Sleep Sleeping Talking Trench Trenches Waiter
12"x10" Modern Frame
Introducing the Media Storehouse Framed Print collection, featuring this captivating cartoon from Mary Evans Prints Online. Titled "Cartoon, Soldier returning from leave, WW1," this vintage illustration depicts a light-hearted moment as a French soldier recounts his experiences during leave, only to be met with stern reminders to 'Keep Quiet' from his colleagues. This charming print adds a touch of history and humor to any space, making it a perfect addition to your home or office. Acquired through a rights-managed license from Mary Evans, you can be assured of the authenticity and quality of this unique piece. Order your Media Storehouse Framed Print today and bring a piece of history into your world.
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.
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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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In the midst of the chaotic and tense atmosphere of the Western Front during World War I, a weary French soldier named Cartoon makes his way back to his comrades after a brief leave. As he recounts his experiences to his colleague, he is met with stern glances and hushed whispers, as those around him furtively point to the 'Keep Quiet' notices that hung prominently in the trenches. Despite his innocent words, the fear of German ears listening in was ever-present, leading Cartoon to hastily return to the safety of the trenches. The contrast between the quiet, somber trench life and the vibrant civilian world is starkly illustrated in this cartoon from 1916. The soldier's tale takes him through a train carriage filled with sleeping soldiers, a woman dreaming of her loved one at the front, a cafe filled with soldiers eagerly listening to a phonogram of music, and a table at a restaurant where a waiter presents a menu filled with impossible dishes. The soldier's journey back to the trenches also includes a brief stop at a station where he is surrounded by civilians, their chatter and laughter a stark reminder of the world he has left behind. As he hurries back to the safety of the trenches, the soldier is left to ponder the impossible contrasts of wartime life - the quiet hush of the trenches versus the cacophony of the civilian world, the danger of the front lines versus the safety of home. This poignant and thought-provoking cartoon offers a unique glimpse into the experiences of soldiers during World War I, capturing the tension, fear, and longing that defined their daily lives.
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