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Antique Framed Print : A miniature British Brodie helmet with laurel leaves
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A miniature British Brodie helmet with laurel leaves
A miniature British Brodie helmet covered with laurel leaves, engraved Ypres on the rim. Signed J. Smit. Trench Art
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Media ID 14150920
© David Cohen Fine Art/Mary Evans Picture Library
Brodie Covered Engraved Laurel Signed Topographical Trench Ypres Smit
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 37.1cm x 16.9cm (14.6" x 6.7")
Estimated Product Size is 54cm x 41.4cm (21.3" x 16.3")
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
1. Title: "A Tribute to Valor: A Miniature British Brodie Helmet Adorned with Laurel Leaves from the Trenches of Ypres" This evocative image showcases a miniature British Brodie helmet, meticulously crafted and embellished with intricate laurel leaves, engraved with the inscription "Ypres" on its rim. The helmet, a testament to the ingenuity and resilience of soldiers during World War I, bears the signature of its creator, "J. Smit," adding to its historical significance as a unique piece of trench art. The Brodie helmet, named after its inventor John C. Brodie, was introduced in 1915 as a replacement for the earlier "Bulla" helmet. Its distinctive shape and design, featuring a round, domed top and a projecting rim, offered improved protection against shrapnel and shell fragments. During the grueling battles in the Ypres Salient, soldiers found solace and camaraderie in the creation of trench art. These intricate and often decorative pieces, made from a variety of materials, served as a reminder of home and hope amid the harsh realities of war. The laurel leaves, a symbol of victory and triumph, were a common motif in trench art, representing the soldiers' aspirations for a peaceful resolution to the conflict. The miniature Brodie helmet in this photograph is a poignant reminder of the bravery and determination of the soldiers who fought in the trenches of Ypres during World War I. Its intricate design and historical significance make it an invaluable addition to any military or topographical collection, offering a glimpse into the rich history and culture of the era.
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