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Antique Framed Print : WW1 poster, Le Secours de Guerre (relief agency for war victims), showing a gendarme
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WW1 poster, Le Secours de Guerre (relief agency for war victims), showing a gendarme
WW1 poster, Le Secours de Guerre (relief agency for war victims), showing a gendarme, soldiers and civilians near the Ancien Seminaire St Sulpice, the premises of the agency in Paris. Date: 1916
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Agency Ancien Charitable Charity Civilians Financial Gendarme Guerre Policeman Secours Seminary Sulpice Support Victims
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 17.8cm x 24.4cm (7" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 31.2cm x 36.3cm (12.3" x 14.3")
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.
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This evocative WW1 poster, titled 'Le Secours de Guerre' or 'War Relief' in English, showcases a poignant scene of solidarity and compassion in the heart of Paris during the tumultuous year of 1916. The image depicts a gendarme, a French military police officer, standing tall and alert while soldiers and civilians gather around the premises of the Ancien Seminaire St Sulpice, which served as the headquarters of the relief agency. The Ancien Seminaire St Sulpice, an imposing seminary building located in the 6th arrondissement, was transformed into a hub of humanitarian efforts during the First World War. The poster's message is clear: despite the chaos and devastation of war, the French people came together to provide financial support and aid to those in need. The gendarme's presence in the poster symbolizes the order and security that were essential for the relief efforts to continue smoothly. His steadfast gaze and firm stance convey a sense of determination and resolve. The soldiers and civilians, huddled together, represent the collective spirit of the French people, united in their efforts to help their fellow citizens who had been affected by the ravages of war. The poster's design is simple yet powerful, with bold lines, striking colors, and a clear message that resonated deeply with the French population during the 1910s. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the resilience and compassion of the human spirit, even in the face of unimaginable adversity.
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