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Wearing gas masks
Cartoon demonstrating how the social graces can still flourish, even when gas-masked. Date: 1939
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Media ID 32241544
© Illustrated London News Ltd / Mary Evans
Civilian Civilians Etiquette Good Humourous Manners Mask Masks Polite Politeness Gasmask Gasmasks
14"x12" (38x32cm) Modern Frame
Add a touch of historical charm to your home decor with Media Storehouse's Framed Prints featuring the iconic cartoon "Wearing gas masks" by ILN - Consolidated Archive Holdings Ltd from Mary Evans Prints Online. This timeless image, dated 1939, showcases the enduring spirit of social grace and resilience during trying times. The gas masks may be on, but the elegance and humor shine through. Bring a piece of history into your living space and start a conversation with this unique and intriguing artwork.
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 19.4cm x 24.4cm (7.6" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 32.5cm x 37.6cm (12.8" x 14.8")
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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In this humorous and thought-provoking cartoon from the Illustrated London News (ILN) dated September 2, 1939, civilians don gas masks as the looming threat of chemical warfare becomes a grim reality. Amidst the chaos and uncertainty of wartime, the social graces and manners of everyday life continue to flourish. Two elegantly dressed women, their faces obscured by gas masks, engage in a polite conversation. One asks the other, "How do you find the air in this shelter?" The other replies, "Quite bearable, really. I've brought a few flowers to brighten up the place." They exchange pleasantries, their voices muffled but clear through their masks. In the background, men in gas masks play cards, read books, and chat amicably. A man in a top hat and monocle, also masked, offers a lady a seat. The scene is reminiscent of a tea party or a drawing room, albeit one where everyone wears protective gear. The cartoon serves as a reminder that even in the most challenging of circumstances, civility and good manners can prevail. It also highlights the resilience and adaptability of the human spirit, as people find ways to maintain a sense of normalcy and connection, even while wearing gas masks during wartime. This charming and humorous cartoon is a poignant reminder of the 1930s and the early days of World War II, a time when the world was on the brink of change and uncertainty. It is a testament to the power of humor and the enduring nature of human connection, even in the most trying of times.
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