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Home for Christmas by Matania
Home for Christmas - a real Santa Claus at the door. Many surprise visits home characterised the Christmas of 1915. Owing to late arrivals and closed post offices men were not able to let their families know of their impending return. Here, a soldier wearing a greatcoat and goatskin tunic is greeted by his delighted wife and son. The little boy looks to be shouting at the rest of the family to come and see who has arrived at the door
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22"x18" Modern Frame
Bring the magic of the holiday season into your home with our exquisite range of Framed Prints from Media Storehouse. This beautiful piece, "Home for Christmas by Matania," captures the surprise and delight of a real Santa Claus at the door during the unexpected homecomings of 1915. Printed on high-quality paper and elegantly framed, this limited edition print is a timeless addition to your decor, spreading the joy of the festive season all year round. Order now from Mary Evans Prints Online and make your house a home this Christmas.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. 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 45.7cm x 50.8cm (18" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 55.9cm (18" x 22")
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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Home for Christmas: A Heartwarming Reunion in 1915 (Matania's "Home for Christmas") The image before you captures the emotional essence of the holiday season during a time of great turmoil - World War I. In this evocative print by renowned British artist, Phil May, better known as "Matania," we witness a heartfelt homecoming on Christmas Day in 1915. The scene unfolds at the doorstep of a quaint, Victorian home, where a soldier, clad in a greatcoat and goatskin tunic, stands, his uniform weathered from the rigors of the battlefield. The soldier's return was a surprise, as many soldiers faced late arrivals and closed post offices, making it impossible for them to notify their families of their impending homecoming. The door creaks open, revealing a delighted wife and their young son. The boy, with eyes wide and mouth agape, appears to be calling out to the rest of the family to come and witness the joyous moment. The soldier's wife, with tears of happiness streaming down her face, embraces her husband in a warm, loving embrace. This poignant moment encapsulates the emotional longing and anticipation that characterized the Christmas season during the Great War. The term "Blighty," a colloquialism used by soldiers to refer to their homeland, became synonymous with the longing for the comforts and familiarity of home. The print, titled "Home for Christmas," serves as a poignant reminder of the enduring power of family and the deep emotional impact of a soldier's return from the front lines. This historical image invites us to reflect on the sacrifices made during wartime and the importance of cherishing the moments we have with our loved ones.
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