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Framed Print : Optimist and pessimists - postcard by George Ranstead
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Optimist and pessimists - postcard by George Ranstead
Postcard by George Ranstead, amateur soldier artist of the Great War featuring three miserable looking hairy men with long beards, looking with suspicion at an optimist who is grinning broadly, despite only sporting a single hair on his bald pate!
circa 1916
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Media ID 7187475
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Bald Beards Hairy Miserable Optimist Optimistic Pessimist Post Card Ranstead Suspicion Pessimistic Ww 1
22"x18" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating Framed Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the iconic postcard "Optimist and Pessimists" by George Ranstead from the Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection. This intriguing postcard, obtained from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases a humorous take on the contrasting outlooks of life. George Ranstead, an amateur soldier artist of the Great War, masterfully depicts three bearded men with frowns, casting suspicious glances at a cheerful, grinning optimist. This charming vintage postcard is a delightful reminder of the power of positivity and the intriguing complexities of human nature. Bring this whimsical artwork into your home or office with our high-quality Framed Prints, meticulously designed to enhance the beauty and detail of the original image. Each print is carefully framed using premium materials to ensure a stunning presentation. Transform your space with the optimistic charm of this captivating piece!
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.
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 45.7cm (20" x 18")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 45.7cm (22" x 18")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Amidst the tumultuous backdrop of the First World War, a poignant and humorous scene unfolds in this postcard by George Ranstead. The image captures a stark contrast between optimism and pessimism, as three haggard, bearded men gaze at a solitary figure with a broad, unyielding grin and a solitary hair on his bald pate. The pessimists, with their long, unkempt beards and furrowed brows, exude an air of suspicion and despair, their faces etched with the weight of the hardships they have endured. In stark contrast, the optimist's unwavering smile remains undeterred, a beacon of hope in the midst of adversity. Ranstead, an amateur soldier artist of the Great War, masterfully captures the essence of the human spirit in this poignant vignette. The postcard, created circa 1916, offers a glimpse into the emotional toll of war, as well as the resilience and determination of those who endured it. The image invites us to reflect on the power of optimism, even in the face of overwhelming odds, and serves as a poignant reminder of the enduring human spirit. This postcard, from the Mary Evans Prints Online collection, offers a unique and poignant perspective on the human experience during the First World War, and is a testament to the power of art to capture and preserve the essence of history.
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