Antique Framed Print > Arts > Artists > H > Harding Harding
Antique Framed Print : To the Victor Belong the Spoils, George Harding, WW1
Framed Photos from Mary Evans Picture Library
To the Victor Belong the Spoils, George Harding, WW1
Reproduction of a painting or sketch entitled To the Victor Belong the Spoils, by the American artist George Matthews Harding, who served as an official artist with the American Expeditionary Force during the First World War. Showing three American soldiers, two of them smoking German-style pipes, with a pile of enemy ammunition, weapons and other items on the ground in front of them. Date: circa 1918
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 7196059
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10547871
Belong Expeditionary Harding Matthews Official Pipes Re Production Spoils Victor War Time Ww 1
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 17.8cm (9.6" x 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.
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Arts
> Artists
> H
> Harding Harding
> Arts
> Artists
> Related Images
> Historic
> World War I and II
> Soldiers
To the Victor Belong the Spoils
EDITORS COMMENTS
is a poignant and evocative sketch by American artist George Matthews Harding, created circa 1918 during his tenure as an official artist with the American Expeditionary Force (A.E.F.) in Europe during World War 1. This evocative work of art captures the essence of the Great War's harsh realities and the triumph of victory. The painting depicts three American soldiers, their uniforms and expressions conveying the fatigue and determination of men who have witnessed the horrors of war. Two of the soldiers are seen taking a brief moment of respite, smoking German-style pipes, their faces etched with the lines of weariness and the knowledge that the battlefield's spoils now belong to them. The soldiers' victory is underscored by the pile of enemy ammunition, weapons, and other items that lie before them. The scene is a testament to the brutal nature of war and the importance of seizing the moment in its aftermath. The title of the painting, "To the Victor Belong the Spoils," is a reference to the ancient Roman phrase "Victor qui transibit, victor erit," which translates to "The victor who passes by, will be the victor." George Matthews Harding's "To the Victor Belong the Spoils" is a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made by the American soldiers during the First World War and the ultimate reward of victory. This reproduction of the original sketch offers a glimpse into the past, providing a poignant and thought-provoking visual representation of a pivotal moment in world history.
MADE IN THE UK
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Basket.