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Subaltern stunts by H. L. Oakley
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Subaltern stunts by H. L. Oakley
A double page spread of silhouette vignettes by the famous silhouette artist, Captain Harry Lawrence Oakley, featuring scenes during a WW1 subaltern officers ten days leave in England, with time divided between town and country. Date: 1917
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Courting Dining Double Harry Lawrence Leave Oakley Parks Punting Restaurant Silhouettes Spread Stunts Subaltern Swimming Vignettes Officers
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Captain Harry Lawrence Oakley's Subaltern Stunts: A Tale of Leisure and Life Beyond the Trenches during WWI (1917) This double-page spread of silhouette vignettes by the renowned silhouette artist, Captain Harry Lawrence Oakley, offers a unique glimpse into the lives of subaltern officers during their ten-day leaves from the Western Front of World War I. The year was 1917, and these young British officers, weary from the rigors of war, sought solace and respite in the picturesque landscapes of England. The first scene unfolds in a lush, verdant park, where officers engage in leisurely pursuits such as punting and swimming. The tranquility of the natural surroundings starkly contrasts with the chaos and destruction of the battlefield. In the next vignette, a group of officers are seen dining in a sophisticated restaurant, savoring the flavors and ambiance of English culinary delights. The following scenes reveal the charms of English society, as officers are depicted courting women in the parks and town squares. The women, dressed in elegant attire, appear intrigued and flattered by the attentions of these gallant young men. The final vignette showcases the officers' return to their military duties, as they bid farewell to their temporary idyll and prepare to rejoin their units at the front. This poignant reminder of the realities of war serves as a poignant counterpoint to the earlier scenes of relaxation and enjoyment. Captain Harry Lawrence Oakley's Subaltern Stunts offers a fascinating window into the lives of these young men during their brief respites from the horrors of war. The silhouette technique, with its bold lines and dramatic contrasts, perfectly captures the essence of these scenes, making this print a captivating and historically significant work of art.
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