Antique Framed Print : Letter opener Engraved with a butterfly and other objects
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Letter opener Engraved with a butterfly and other objects
Letter opener. Engraved with a butterfly and other objects. Trench Art
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Media ID 14151095
© David Cohen Fine Art/Mary Evans Picture Library
Butterfly Engraved Letter Opener Trench
14"x12" (36x31cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, the 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 24.4cm x 17.1cm (9.6" x 6.7")
Estimated Product Size is 36.3cm x 31.2cm (14.3" x 12.3")
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 intricately engraved letter opener, a poignant relic from the First World War, showcases the artistry and creativity that emerged from the trenches. The delicate design features a graceful butterfly perched atop a branch, surrounded by various objects including a heart, a cross, and a poppy. Trench art, as it came to be known, was created by soldiers during their downtime, using whatever materials they had on hand. These handcrafted pieces served as a means of expression and connection to home, as well as a reminder of the beauty and hope that could be found even in the midst of war. The letter opener, with its intricate engraving and thoughtful design, is a testament to the ingenuity and resilience of the soldiers who created it. The presence of the butterfly, a symbol of transformation and rebirth, adds an air of optimism and hope to this historical artifact. The poppy, another symbol of remembrance and honor, further emphasizes the significance of this piece as a reminder of the sacrifices made during the First World War. This letter opener, a small yet powerful reminder of the human spirit, offers a glimpse into the past and the unique ways in which art and creativity can provide solace and inspiration, even in the most challenging of circumstances.
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