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Chess Game Interrupted
A game of chess between father and daughter is interrupted by the return of the son from foreign shores. Date: 1922
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Media ID 14283310
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Chess Foreign Interrupted Return Shores 1922 Games
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" x 14")
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
A poignant moment of interrupted tranquility unfolds in this photograph from 1922, titled "Chess Game Interrupted." The image depicts a cozy domestic interior in Britain, where a father and daughter are engrossed in an intense game of chess. Their focused expressions and the carefully arranged chessboard between them suggest a deep connection and a shared love for the strategic mind game. Suddenly, the serene scene is disrupted by the return of the eldest son from foreign shores. His excited and jubilant demeanor is evident as he bursts into the room, interrupting the game and drawing the attention of the father and daughter. The father, with a warm and welcoming smile, rises from his chair to greet his son, while the daughter looks on with a mixture of surprise and delight. This photograph beautifully captures the essence of middle-class family life in the early 20th century, as well as the historical context of the time. The return of the son from foreign shores could represent the end of a long journey or an extended absence, symbolizing the exploration and expansion of the British Empire during this period. The interruption of the chess game also highlights the importance of family bonds and the joy of reuniting with loved ones. The intricate details of the scene, from the ornate fireplace to the carefully placed knick-knacks, add to the photograph's charm and historical significance. This image is a testament to the enduring power of family connections and the simple pleasures of a well-played game of chess.
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