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A War Bride by J. Mitchell Elliot
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A War Bride by J. Mitchell Elliot
Artistic photograph showing a bride in veil and dress, looking pensively out of a window, perhaps in the knowledge that her new husband will soon be leaving for the front. A subsequent photograph on the following page (image number 10700922) depicted a war widow. Date: 1915
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A War Bride
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by J. Mitchell Elliot: A Bittersweet Moment of Marital Bliss Amidst the Turmoil of War (1915) This evocative photograph, titled "A War Bride," captures the essence of a poignant moment in the life of a young bride. The image, taken by renowned photographer J. Mitchell Elliot in 1915, portrays a woman in a beautiful bridal gown and veil, gazing out of a window with a thoughtful, almost melancholic expression. The scene is set against the backdrop of a dimly lit room, the only source of light emanating from the window, casting an ethereal glow on the bride's radiant features. The moody and artistic composition of "A War Bride" evokes a sense of both happiness and sadness. The bride's bridal attire, with its intricate lacework and elegant silhouette, symbolizes the beauty and grace of a new marriage. Yet, her pensive gaze suggests that she is acutely aware of the impending separation that lies ahead. Her husband, a soldier, would soon be leaving for the front lines of the Great War, leaving her behind. The subsequent photograph, depicting a war widow (image number 10700922), serves as a stark reminder of the harsh realities that awaited many war brides during this era. The poignant juxtaposition of these two images highlights the bittersweet nature of love and marriage during times of war. "A War Bride" is a poignant and historically significant work of art that transcends the boundaries of mere wedding photography. It offers a glimpse into the lives of the brave women who endured the heartache and uncertainty of wartime marriages, their stories etched in the annals of history.
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