Fine Art Print : At the Brewery Baths by Bruce Bairnsfather, WW1 cartoon
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At the Brewery Baths by Bruce Bairnsfather, WW1 cartoon
" You chuck another sardine at me, my lad, and you ll hear from my solicitors." High jinks in a brewery on the Western Front utilised as a baths for British soldiers. Old Bill, the cartoon character created by Captain Bruce Bairnsfather in The Bystander, does not appreciate the practical jokes of his comrades. Date: 1917
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Media ID 14171174
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Amusing Bairnsfather Bath Bathing Baths Bill Brewery Bruce Bystander Character Cleanliness Comrades Joke Jokes Practical Tommies Tommy Wester
A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
Step into history with our exquisite Fine Art Print of At the Brewery Baths by Bruce Bairnsfather. This iconic WW1 cartoon, published by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the light-hearted moment of soldiers taking a break from the harsh realities of the Western Front. The scene, humorously titled "You chuck another sardine at me, my lad, and you'll hear from my solicitors," showcases the ingenious use of a brewery as makeshift baths. Bring the nostalgia of history into your home or office with this stunning, high-quality Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse.
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Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
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.
At the Brewery Baths
EDITORS COMMENTS
is a classic WWI cartoon by Captain Bruce Bairnsfather, published in The Bystander in 1917. The humorous image captures the high spirits and camaraderie of British soldiers on the Western Front, despite the harsh realities of war. In this scene, Old Bill, Bairnsfather's iconic cartoon character, is taking a much-needed respite from the trenches at a makeshift bathhouse. The soldiers have transformed an abandoned brewery into a communal bathing facility, using large vats as tubs. Old Bill, seated in a tub filled with water and sardines, looks less than pleased as his comrades hurl fish at him, playfully attempting to disrupt his relaxation. The cartoon showcases the soldiers' creativity and resourcefulness in finding ways to maintain cleanliness and morale amidst the chaos and hardships of the battlefield. Despite the mischief, Old Bill's stern expression and the caption, "You chuck another sardine at me, my lad, and you'll hear from my solicitors," hints at the underlying bond and banter shared between the soldiers. This amusing depiction of life on the Western Front during World War I offers a glimpse into the soldiers' experiences and the unique ways they coped with the challenges they faced. The image is a testament to the enduring spirit and resilience of the British Tommies, as well as the importance of humor and camaraderie in maintaining their morale during a time of great adversity.
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