Poster Print : Pour nos Soldats - French WW1 knitting postcard
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Pour nos Soldats - French WW1 knitting postcard
First World War postcard, dated 31 January 1915, showing a woman knitting for our soldiers while in the background, a French soldier writes a letter in a trench on the Western Front.
1915
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Media ID 14376689
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Comforts Dec15 Effort Jan16 Knit Knitted Knitter Knitting Postcards Pour Socks Soldats Trench
20x30 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our exclusive Media Storehouse Poster Prints featuring the evocative image "Pour nos Soldats" by Mary Evans Picture Library. Dated January 31, 1915, this poignant postcard captures the spirit of the First World War era with a touching scene of a woman selflessly knitting for her soldiers, while in the background, a French soldier pens a heartfelt letter in the trenches of the Western Front. This beautiful print is a must-have for history enthusiasts, art collectors, and those who appreciate the power of human connection in times of conflict. Order now and bring a piece of history into your home or office.
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.
Pour nos Soldats
EDITORS COMMENTS
(For Our Soldiers): A poignant snapshot of the home front during World War I, this evocative postcard dated January 31, 1915, captures a moment of quiet determination and selfless support. In the foreground, a woman intently focuses on her knitting needles, her brow furrowed in concentration as she creates a pair of socks for a French soldier. The intricate stitches and vibrant yarn contrast sharply with the muddy, trenched landscape in the background, where a soldier pens a heartfelt letter to his loved ones. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the vital role women played in the war effort, providing comfort and sustenance to soldiers through their knitting and sewing. This simple act of creating clothing and accessories became a powerful symbol of unity, hope, and love during the darkest days of the First World War. The postcard, titled "Pour nos Soldats," underscores the collective spirit and unwavering resolve of the French people during this tumultuous time. The image is a poignant testament to the enduring bond between the home front and the battlefield, and the profound impact that small acts of kindness and solidarity can have on the human spirit. As the snow falls gently outside, the woman continues her work, each stitch a reminder of the sacrifices being made by the soldiers on the Western Front. The postcard, with its powerful imagery and evocative title, serves as a poignant reminder of the resilience and fortitude of the human spirit in the face of adversity. This poignant postcard, created in January 1915, is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by both soldiers and civilians during the First World War. The image of a woman knitting for the soldiers, while a soldier writes a letter in the background, encapsulates the spirit of unity, hope, and love that sustained the French people during this tumultuous time.
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