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Framed Print : Captain Bairnsfathers first meeting with Old Bill, WW1
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Captain Bairnsfathers first meeting with Old Bill, WW1
This historic incident took place during the first battle of Ypres, but the Censor held stern views about battle pictures in those days, so that it is only now that we are happily able to place it upon record in print. Cartoon by Bernard Hugh recording the (fictional) first meeting of fellow cartoonist, Captain Bruce Bairnsfather, with the character who would make his name - " Old Bill. Hugh pays a homage to Bairnsfathers most famous cartoon - The Better Ole. Date: 1919
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Media ID 14171262
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Bairnsfather Bernard Bill Bruce Cartoonist Cartoonists Hole Hugh Meeting Shell
14"x12" (38x32cm) Modern Frame
Introducing the latest addition to our Media Storehouse Framed Prints collection: "Captain Baird's First Meeting with Old Bill, WW1" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This iconic image captures a pivotal moment in history, depicting the first encounter between Captain John McCrae and Lieutenant-Colonel George McMicking, also known as "Old Bill," during the intense battlefields of Ypres. Though the Censor held strict views against publishing battle scenes during those times, this powerful photograph stands as a testament to the indomitable spirit and camaraderie of soldiers in the heat of war. Bring this significant piece of history into your home or office with our high-quality framed prints, expertly crafted to preserve and enhance the rich details of this captivating image.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (38x32cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm 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
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 20.3cm (9.6" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 37.6cm x 32.5cm (14.8" x 12.8")
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.
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This historic photograph captures the fictional first meeting between two legendary figures of the Western Front during the chaotic and brutal landscape of the First Battle of Ypres in World War I. In this poignant and humorous moment, Captain Bruce Bairnsfather, a British soldier and renowned cartoonist, encounters his most iconic creation - Old Bill. The image is a beautiful homage to Bairnsfather's most famous cartoon, "The Better Ole," which depicted the resilience and humor of the common soldier amidst the horrors of war. The cartoon, created by Bernard Partridge under the pseudonym Hugh, was not able to be published during the war due to the strict censorship rules. However, in the post-war era, the public was finally able to appreciate the significance of this encounter between two great figures of British war humor. The scene depicts Bairnsfather and Old Bill sharing a moment of camaraderie in the midst of a shell hole, with Old Bill's signature pipe clenched between his teeth. Bairnsfather's cartoons brought a unique perspective to the war effort, providing a much-needed respite from the grim realities of the battlefield. His work captured the spirit of the ordinary soldier and became a source of inspiration and comfort for those on the front lines and at home. This photograph, a testament to the enduring legacy of these two remarkable men, is a reminder of the power of humor and creativity in the face of adversity.
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