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The Munition Girls by Bernhard Hugh
Two former munitions workers recognise themselves in a painting of a factory during the First World War, now hanging at the Royal Academy Exhibition at Burlington House. Date: 1919
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18x24 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our captivating selection of poster prints from Media Storehouse, featuring Bernhard Hugh's iconic painting "The Munition Girls" from Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative artwork, originally displayed at the Royal Academy Exhibition in 1919, depicts two former munitions workers recognizing themselves in a factory scene during the First World War. Add historical charm to your space and spark intriguing conversations with this remarkable piece of art from our curated range.
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 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")
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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Amidst the grandeur and elegance of the Royal Academy Exhibition at Burlington House in 1919, a painting titled "The Munition Girls" by Bernhard Hugh stood out as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices and contributions of ordinary women during the First World War. The scene depicted in the painting was that of a munitions factory, with its chaotic and frenetic energy, a stark contrast to the refined atmosphere of the exhibition. Two former munition workers, their faces etched with the marks of time and experience, approached the painting with a sense of nostalgia and recognition. Their eyes scanned the familiar forms of the women in the painting, their expressions reflecting a mix of amusement and fondness. They could see themselves in the munitionettes, their youthful faces etched with determination and grit, their bodies bent over the assembly lines, their hands moving in rhythmic unison as they produced the vital components of the war effort. The painting, with its humorous and cartoonish style, captured the essence of the munitions factories, where the serious business of war production was interspersed with moments of levity and camaraderie. The women in the painting, with their bandanas tied around their heads and their rollers in their hair, were a far cry from the elegant ladies depicted in the other paintings at the exhibition. But they were every bit as important, and their contributions were every bit as valuable. As the two former munition workers stood before the painting, they felt a sense of pride and gratitude. They had played their part in the war effort, and now, their story was being told in this painting, a testament to their resilience and determination. The painting was more than just a work of art; it was a piece of history, a reminder of a time when the ordinary men and women of Britain came together to face the challenges of war.
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