Antique Framed Print : St Dunstans periscope made by blind patients
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St Dunstans periscope made by blind patients
A St. Dunstans periscope made by blind patients of St. Dunstans Hospital. Retaining original paper cover printed St. Dunstans Periscope. Made by a war-blinded man. Firearms & Equipment
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Media ID 14148942
© David Cohen Fine Art/Mary Evans Picture Library
Blind Blinded Firearms Patients Periscope Retaining Made
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 23.6cm (14.6" x 9.3")
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: "Sight Beyond Sight: The Blind Heroes of St. Dunstan's Periscope during WWI" In this evocative photograph, we witness the testament of resilience and determination as we behold a St. Dunstan's periscope, meticulously crafted by war-blinded patients of St. Dunstan's Hospital during the First World War. The periscope, with its original paper cover still intact, is a poignant reminder of the indomitable human spirit that refused to be defeated by adversity. St. Dunstan's Hospital, founded in 11th century England, was renowned for its commitment to caring for soldiers with various disabilities, including those rendered blind by the horrors of war. During the Great War, the hospital took on a new mission: to help blinded soldiers regain their independence and contribute to the war effort by manufacturing essential military equipment. Among these items was the St. Dunstan's periscope, an ingenious device that allowed soldiers to observe the battlefield from the safety of their trenches. The periscope in this photograph was created by one such war-blinded man, whose deft hands transformed raw materials into a vital piece of military equipment. The retaining paper cover, bearing the printed title "St. Dunstan's Periscope," serves as a testament to the patients' dedication and the hospital's unwavering commitment to their rehabilitation. This photograph offers a rare glimpse into the history of medical and military innovation during WWI, as well as the inspiring stories of the brave men and women who defied their disabilities to make a difference. The St. Dunstan's periscope, made by the blind, stands as a symbol of hope, perseverance, and the power of human ingenuity in the face of adversity.
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