Photographic Print : R F A mule-teams pulling limbers over a shell torn track
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R F A mule-teams pulling limbers over a shell torn track
R.F.A. mule-teams pulling limbers over a shell torn track.. Fortunino Matania, Ri (1881-1963). One of the most accomplished realistic illustrators and artists of his time, his wartime work was immensely popular and appeared in nearly every major news magazine, Allied, Neutral and Central Powers alike. Literally tens of millions of readers saw wartime events through the medium of Matanias weekly illustrations and, as such, he played an important role in defining peoples mental image of what Great War battlefield scenes and soldiers looked like
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Media ID 14147235
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1881 1963 Accomplished Alike Allied Appeared Battlefield Defining Fortunino Illustrations Illustrators Immensely Important Literally Looked Major Matania Medium Mental Millions Mule Neutral News Played Powers Pulling Readers Realistic Role Shell Teams Tens Torn Track Weekly Artists Limbers
10"x8" Photo Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints featuring the evocative image "R F A mule-teams pulling limbers over a shell torn track" by Fortunino Matania. This powerful and poignant work, Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports us back to the trenches of the First World War. Fortunino Matania, a renowned Italian-born illustrator and artist, masterfully captured the grit and determination of the RFA mule-teams as they navigate a track scarred by the devastating impact of artillery fire. This stunning print is an inspiring addition to any home or office, serving as a testament to the resilience and courage of those who served during this pivotal moment in history. Order now and bring a piece of history into your space.
Photo prints are produced on Kodak professional photo paper resulting in timeless and breath-taking prints which are also ideal for framing. The colors produced are rich and vivid, with accurate blacks and pristine whites, resulting in prints that are truly timeless and magnificent. Whether you're looking to display your prints in your home, office, or gallery, our range of photographic prints are sure to impress. Dimensions refers to the size of the paper in inches.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 17.9cm x 25.4cm (7" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
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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This evocative image, titled "R F A mule-teams pulling limbers over a shell torn track," is a powerful representation of the harsh realities of the Western Front during World War I. Created by the renowned Italian-born artist and illustrator Fortunino Matania (Ri, 1881-1963), this work showcases his exceptional ability to capture the raw emotion and grit of the battlefield. Matania was one of the most accomplished realistic illustrators and artists of his time, with his wartime work gaining immense popularity and appearing in nearly every major news magazine, regardless of the political allegiance of the publication. This widespread reach meant that tens of millions of readers around the world were exposed to his depictions of the war, shaping their mental image of what battlefield scenes and soldiers looked like during this pivotal historical moment. In this particular scene, we see RFA (Royal Field Artillery) mule-teams laboriously making their way over a track that has been torn apart by the impact of artillery shells. The determination and resilience of the soldiers and animals as they navigate the treacherous terrain is palpable, underscoring the unwavering commitment and fortitude required to support the troops on the front lines. Matania's masterful use of light, shadow, and detail brings this moment to life, transporting us back to the trenches of the Great War and offering a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made during this global conflict.
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