Poster Print : WW1 - Cartoon - Army of occupation
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WW1 - Cartoon - Army of occupation
WW1 - A cartoon illustrating two British officers joking about " getting the glad eye" from a heavy-set woman. Walking with her heavy-set husband they glare back at the officers, unamused by their comment. Date: 1919
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Media ID 14225219
© Mary Evans Picture Library
Glad Glare Husband Joke Joking Scenario 1919
18x24 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our WW1-themed poster prints from Media Storehouse. This charming cartoon, titled "Army of occupation," is a humorous take on the everyday life of soldiers during wartime. Two British officers are seen making light-hearted jokes about receiving "the glad eye" from a heavy-set woman, who walks with her equally rotund husband, glaring disapprovingly. This vintage illustration, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, adds a touch of history and humor to any room. Bring a piece of the past into your home or office with our high-quality poster prints.
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
This cartoon, dated 1919, offers a humorous yet poignant glimpse into the daily life of the British Army during the occupation following the end of the First World War. Two British officers, one Scottish and the other English, are depicted in the scene, casually strolling down a European street, their jovial banter filling the air. They exchange a knowing wink and a chuckle as they comment on the "glad eye" they've received from a heavy-set woman passing by. However, the tables are turned as the woman, accompanied by her equally portly husband, glares back at the officers, their unamused expressions conveying a clear message of disapproval. The cartoon masterfully captures the contrasting emotions and dynamics of the post-war era. The officers, having just returned from the brutal trenches, are still in the thrill of their victory and the freedom of occupation. Meanwhile, the local population, weary from the ravages of war and the intrusion of foreign forces, are less amused by the antics of the soldiers. This scene, filled with humor and tension, encapsulates the complexities and nuances of the post-war world. The cartoon, with its intricate details and vivid colors, is a testament to the artistic talent and social commentary of the time. It serves as a reminder of the human experiences and emotions that lie beneath the historical narrative of the First World War.
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