Antique Framed Print : International Red Cross Nurse with English flag
Framed Photos from Mary Evans Picture Library
International Red Cross Nurse with English flag
A Nurse of the International Red Cross, in front of the English Flag and wearing a flag pin bearing some of the flags of the Allies of World War I, also known as the Entente Powers, Japan, France, Belgium, the British Empire and Russia.
1910
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Media ID 14351376
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Allied Allies Belgian Entente Nurse Nursing Personification Powers Sep15 Tassels
21"x16" (54x41cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 15x10 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 21x16 inches (54x41cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 23.9cm x 37.1cm (9.4" x 14.6")
Estimated Product Size is 41.4cm x 54cm (16.3" x 21.3")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative black-and-white photograph, an International Red Cross nurse stands proudly in front of the English flag, her uniform adorned with the emblems of the Allied Powers of World War I. The image, taken in the early 1910s, captures the spirit of international unity and compassion that defined the Red Cross during this tumultuous period. The nurse's uniform, crisp and pristine, is a testament to the meticulous care and attention given to those on the frontlines. Her starched white cap, adorned with the iconic Red Cross symbol, sits atop her head, while the distinctive tassels of her cape sway gently in the breeze. A badge bearing the flags of Japan, France, Belgium, the British Empire, and Russia, pinned to her chest, symbolizes the multinational coalition that came together to fight for peace and justice. The English flag, with its distinctive cross of St. George, stands tall and proud behind her, a symbol of the nation's commitment to the cause. The nurse's gaze is steady and resolute, her hands folded gently in front of her, as if in prayer or meditation. Her expression conveys a deep sense of compassion and dedication, embodying the selfless spirit of the Red Cross and its mission to provide care and comfort to those in need. This poignant image offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when the world came together in the face of adversity, united by a common cause and a shared belief in the power of human kindness and compassion. It serves as a reminder of the enduring importance of the Red Cross and its role in providing essential medical aid and humanitarian assistance to those in crisis, both at home and abroad.
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