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Poster Print : Comic postcard, British soldier reading letter from wife, WW1 Date: circa 1918
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Comic postcard, British soldier reading letter from wife, WW1 Date: circa 1918
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Media ID 23426730
© The Donald McGill Archive Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
Backpack Bayonet Cigarette Communication Donald Handwriting Khaki Letter Mcgill Private Rifle
20x30 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our poignant and nostalgic Media Storehouse Poster Prints. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts a British soldier in the trenches of World War I, intently reading a letter from his wife. The comic postcard design adds a touch of whimsy to this poignant moment, transporting you to a bygone era. Our high-quality prints are perfect for adding character to any room, and make a thoughtful and unique gift for history enthusiasts or anyone who appreciates the power of a heartfelt letter.
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 Image Size (if not cropped) is 48.2cm x 76.8cm (19" x 30.2")
Estimated Product Size is 51.4cm x 76.8cm (20.2" x 30.2")
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 harsh realities of the Western Front during World War I, a moment of tender connection between a British soldier and his beloved wife is captured in this humorous comic postcard from circa 1918. The soldier, dressed in his khaki uniform complete with helmet, backpack, rifle, and bayonet, takes a break from the rigors of military life to read a letter from home. His intense focus on the handwritten words, a cigarette dangling from his lips, speaks volumes about the power of communication to bridge great distances and bring comfort to those in the midst of conflict. The illustration, reminiscent of the works of Donald McGill, master of the British humorous postcard, adds a touch of levity to the scene. The soldier's exaggerated expression and the quirky details, such as the tin helmet balanced precariously on his head and the smoke from his cigarette curling up into the sky, add to the whimsical and lighthearted tone. Despite the challenges and hardships of the war, this soldier's connection to his wife remains strong, a testament to the enduring power of love and communication. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the human side of war, and the ways in which soldiers found solace and connection amidst the chaos and uncertainty of the battlefield.
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