Premium Framed Print : Week-end Leave and How to Obtain It
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Week-end Leave and How to Obtain It
The bureaucracy facing a young officer simply wanting weekend leave while serving at the Front during World War I. Frustratingly, he manages to miss his train
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Media ID 4392055
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Bureaucracy Facing Leave Manages Obtain Serving Simply Wanting Week Week End Miss
14"x18" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x12" 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 20.3cm x 30.4cm (8" x 12")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 45.8cm (14" x 18")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This humorous and poignant print captures the frustration faced by a young officer serving at the Front during World War I as he navigates the bureaucratic hurdles of obtaining weekend leave. The image depicts the exasperated expression on his face as he realizes he has missed his train, despite simply wanting to enjoy a brief respite from the horrors of war.
The scene serves as a reminder of the countless obstacles that soldiers faced in trying to maintain some semblance of normalcy amidst the chaos of battle. The intricate web of rules and regulations governing even something as seemingly simple as weekend leave highlights the absurdity and inefficiency of wartime bureaucracy.
As we look back on this historical moment, we are reminded of the sacrifices made by those who served during World War I, and how even small moments of leisure were hard-won victories in themselves. The young officer's plight is both relatable and heartbreaking, underscoring the human toll of war.
Through this print from Mary Evans Prints Online, we are transported back in time to witness firsthand the challenges faced by those who fought bravely for their countries. It is a powerful reminder that behind every uniformed soldier was a person with hopes, dreams, and desires - including something as simple yet elusive as weekend leave.
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