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A War of Exhaustion by Bruce Bairnsfather
There are times when Private Lightfoot feels absolutely convinced that its going to be a War of Exhaustion A cartoon by Captain Bruce Bairnsfather in The Bystander Christmas Number, 1916 Date: 1916
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Media ID 14141696
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18x24 inch Poster Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse range of Poster Prints featuring "A War of Exhaustion" by Bruce Bairnsfather. This iconic cartoon, published in The Bystander Christmas Number in 1916, poignantly captures the weariness and exhaustion of soldiers during wartime. Rights Managed through Mary Evans Prints Online, this captivating artwork is now available as a high-quality poster print, perfect for adding historical charm to any space. Bring a piece of history into your home or office with this timeless and thought-provoking image.
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 42.4cm x 61.5cm (16.7" x 24.2")
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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A War of Exhaustion
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is a poignant and humorous cartoon by Captain Bruce Bairnsfather, created in 1916 during the height of the First World War. The image, published in The Bystander Christmas Number, depicts a weary and encumbered British soldier, Private Lightfoot, leaning against a tree with a look of utter exhaustion on his face. The great war was taking its toll on soldiers, both physically and mentally, and Bairnsfather's cartoon perfectly encapsulates the sense of weariness and despair that many soldiers must have felt. The soldier's pack is overflowing with supplies, and his expression suggests that he has reached the end of his tether. The tree behind him, with its bare branches and leafless twigs, mirrors the soldier's own sense of emptiness and depletion. Despite the grim reality of the situation, Bairnsfather's use of humor adds a touch of levity to the image. The soldier's thought bubble, which reads "There are times when I feel absolutely convinced that it's going to be a War of Exhaustion," is a reminder that even in the midst of hardship, there is still a need for hope and a sense of humor. This powerful and evocative image is a testament to the resilience and determination of the soldiers who fought in the First World War, as well as a poignant reminder of the exhaustion and hardships they endured. The cartoon is a valuable historical document, offering a unique insight into the experiences of soldiers during wartime and the role of humor in helping them cope with the challenges they faced.
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