Poster Print : WW2 greetings card, Thumbs up
Poster Prints From Mary Evans Picture Library
WW2 greetings card, Thumbs up
WW2 pop-up greetings card, Thumbs up! Date: circa 1942
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 14188170
© The March of the Women Collection/Mary Evans Picture Library
Cheerful Correspondence Ephemera Khaki Optimism Optimistic Robin Sandbags Thumb Thumbs
27x27 inch Poster Print
Add a touch of vintage charm to your walls with our Media Storehouse range of Poster Prints featuring this iconic WW2 greetings card image from Mary Evans Prints Online. Dated circa 1942, this unique design showcases a soldier giving a thumbs up, a symbol of positivity and resilience during challenging times. Bring the history and spirit of the past into your home decor with this eye-catching and authentic piece.
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 69.2cm x 69.2cm (27.2" x 27.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This charming WWII-era pop-up greetings card, titled "Thumbs Up!", dates back to approximately 1942. The card's design transports us back in time to the heart of the 1940s, a period marked by resilience, optimism, and the unwavering spirit of soldiers during the Second World War. The card's exterior features a simple yet captivating scene. Two soldiers in khaki uniforms, wearing tin helmets and holding rifles, stand side by side, extending their thumbs up in a gesture of camaraderie and optimism. In the background, a robin perched on a sandbag adds a touch of nature and cheer to the scene. Upon opening the card, a delightful surprise awaits. The soldiers and robin pop up, creating a three-dimensional effect that adds depth and dimension to the design. The soldiers' expressions remain optimistic and cheerful, despite the challenges they faced during wartime. This ephemeral piece of correspondence design from the 1940s offers a unique glimpse into the era's history. The use of sandbags, tin helmets, and khaki uniforms reflects the soldiers' daily life during the war, while the thumbs-up gesture symbolizes their unwavering spirits and solidarity. The robin, a symbol of hope, adds a touch of warmth and positivity to the design. This Thumbs Up! pop-up greetings card stands as a testament to the enduring power of optimism and camaraderie, even during the most challenging of times. Its historical significance and captivating design make it a cherished piece of WWII memorabilia.
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