Poster Print : Hut Life Illustrated, WW1 cartoon
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Hut Life Illustrated, WW1 cartoon
Cartoon showing the soporific atmosphere in a Y.M.C.A hut recreation room somewhere on the Western Front during the First World War, where soldiers can spend their leisure time reading magazines, playing chess and snoozing. Their peace is shattered however, when a commanding officer springs a surprise visit. Date: 1917
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Media ID 14170650
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Amusing Atmosphere Chess Commanding Duty Fright Huts Magazines Recreation Shock Ymca
18x24 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our Hut Life Illustrated Poster Print from Media Storehouse. This charming WW1 cartoon, brought to you by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the essence of a Y.M.C.A hut recreation room on the Western Front. Soldiers are depicted lounging in a soporific atmosphere, engrossed in magazines and escaping the harsh realities of war. Add this nostalgic and intriguing print to your space as a conversation starter or a reminder of history. Perfect for home offices, libraries, or any room that could use a touch of history and whimsy.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
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 harsh realities of the Western Front during World War I, moments of respite were cherished by weary soldiers. This cartoon, titled "Hut Life Illustrated," depicts the soporific atmosphere inside a Y.M.C.A hut, where soldiers could escape the rigors of military life. In this cozy recreation room, soldiers are engrossed in reading magazines, engrossed in chess games, or peacefully snoozing. The tranquility is abruptly disrupted, however, as a commanding officer unexpectedly bursts into the room, startling the soldiers from their leisurely pursuits. The humorous contrast between the soldiers' peaceful reprieve and the sudden intrusion of military duty is a poignant reminder of the challenges and uncertainties faced by soldiers during wartime. Dated 1917, this cartoon offers a unique glimpse into the experiences of soldiers on the Western Front and the importance of finding moments of relaxation amidst the chaos of war. This historical cartoon, published in "Hut Life Illustrated," is an amusing and insightful representation of the daily life of soldiers during the First World War.
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