Jigsaw Puzzle : At the Base, WW1 silhouettes by H. L. Oakley
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At the Base, WW1 silhouettes by H. L. Oakley
A curious mixture of English and French types at base in Northern France during World War One captured in silhouette by Captain H. L. Oakley whose work featured in The Bystander. The newly-arrived officer meets the tired Tommy returning on leave, the smart French ladies, curious garbed fishwives, priests and short-socked schoolboys, whilst everywhere is a sprinkling of French sailors and soldiers. V.A.D, nurses and sisters, tabbed staff officers and R.A.M.C. flourish and abound. The military landing officer, in the latest stock and spurs, discusses the latest news of the war brought from England by the Draft-conducting major. Transport ship meets hospital ship; the English terrier turns up his nose at the curiously harnessed French dog: the Entente prevails everywhere. Date: 1916
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Bystander Figures Leave Oakley Silhouettes Tommy Base
Jigsaw Puzzle (1014 Pieces)
Discover the captivating history of World War One with the Media Storehouse range of Jigsaw Puzzles. This intriguing puzzle, "At the Base, WW1 silhouettes by H. L. Oakley," transports you back in time to Northern France. Featuring a curious mixture of English and French soldiers at the base, this silhouette artwork by Captain H. L. Oakley was originally published in The Bystander. Piece together the story of camaraderie and unity amidst the challenges of war with this beautifully detailed and evocative puzzle. Bring history to life in your own home with Media Storehouse Jigsaw Puzzles.
Made in the USA, 1014-piece puzzles measure 20" x 30" (50.8 x 76.2 cm). Every puzzle is meticulously printed on glossy photo paper, which has a strong 1.33 mm thickness. Delivered in a black storage cardboard box, these puzzles are both stylish and practical. (Note: puzzles contain small parts and are not suitable for children under 3 years of age.)
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Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 76cm (20" x 29.9")
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.
At the Base - A Curious Mixture of English and French Types during World War One
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is a captivating silhouette print by Captain H.L. Oakley, showcased in The Bystander in 1916. The image offers a unique and intriguing glimpse into the daily life at the base in Northern France during the Great War. The silhouetted figures include a newly-arrived English officer, engaged in conversation with a weary Tommy, fresh from the trenches and on leave. Nearby, smartly-dressed French ladies, their elegance contrasting with the harsh realities of war, observe the scene. Curious garbed fishwives, priests, and short-socked schoolboys add to the diverse and eclectic mix of characters. The military presence is strong, with V.A.D nurses and sisters, tabbed staff officers, and R.A.M.C personnel all present. A military landing officer, clad in the latest stock and spurs, discusses the latest war news brought from England by a draft-conducting major. In the background, a transport ship meets a hospital ship, symbolizing the ongoing effort to care for the wounded. Even the animals reflect the international nature of the scene, with an English terrier turning up its nose at a curiously harnessed French dog. The Entente prevails everywhere, as the various nationalities and roles coexist in the midst of the war. This evocative print, created by Captain Oakley in 1916, offers a poignant and fascinating snapshot of life at the base during World War One. It invites us to reflect on the complexities and contradictions of this pivotal moment in history.
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