Postcard by George Ranstead

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Postcard by George Ranstead

One of a large number of postcards hand drawn by George Ranstead, an amateur artist of the Great War who served in the Army Pay Corps. A small boy in a sailor suit looks in astonishment at his reflection in a cheval mirror.
circa 1916

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Cheval Mirror Mirrors Post Card Ranstead Reflection Sailor Ww 1

EDITORS COMMENTS
This postcard, created by the skilled hand of George Ranstead during the tumultuous year of 1916, invites us to pause and reflect on the innocence of childhood amidst the backdrop of the First World War. The image features a small boy in a sailor suit, his eyes wide with wonder as he gazes at his reflection in an ornate cheval mirror. The mirror, a luxurious and seemingly out-of-place object in the context of the war, adds an intriguing layer of depth to the scene. Ranstead's meticulous attention to detail is evident in the creases of the boy's sailor suit, the polished shine of the mirror, and the intricate pattern of the wallpaper in the background. The boy's expression, one of pure amazement and delight, offers a brief respite from the harsh realities of the world around him. The postcard serves as a poignant reminder of the enduring power of childhood innocence, even in the midst of the chaos and uncertainty of war. George Ranstead's artistry and keen observation of the world around him have left us with a beautiful and timeless image that continues to captivate and inspire.

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