Framed Print : Panorama of Fighting on the Oise and the Aisne
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Panorama of Fighting on the Oise and the Aisne
A panorama of fighting on the Oise and the Aisne. A sketch by Frederic Villiers, special war artist for the Illustrated London News, showing a view from a point near the town of Ribecourt Date: 1914
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Media ID 14233683
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Aisne Combat Frederic News Oise Panorama Ribecourt Rivers Villiers
14"x12" (38x32cm) Modern Frame
Introducing the Media Storehouse Framed Print of "Panorama of Fighting on the Oise and the Aisne" by Frederic Villiers. This captivating print, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a unique glimpse into history with its breathtaking depiction of the battlefront during World War I. As a special war artist for the Illustrated London News, Frederic Villiers captured this panoramic view from a vantage point near the town of Ribecourt in 1914. The scene vividly portrays the intense and chaotic nature of the fighting on the Oise and the Aisne rivers. Our Framed Print brings this piece of history right into your home or office. The high-quality print is carefully framed with a sophisticated design, enhancing the artwork's beauty and preserving it for generations to come. Add this historical masterpiece to your collection and relive the past with every glance.
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 16.9cm (9.6" x 6.7")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This striking panorama, sketched by Frederic Villiers for the Illustrated London News in 1914, captures the intensity and chaos of the early days of the First World War on the Oise and Aisne rivers. Villiers, a special war artist for the publication, expertly depicts the scene from a vantage point near the town of Ribecourt. The rivers, once tranquil bodies of water, are now the battlegrounds for fierce combat between Allied and German forces. Soldiers can be seen advancing across the land, while others huddle for cover behind makeshift barriers. Smoke rises from the explosions of artillery shells, obscuring the horizon and casting an eerie pall over the landscape. The sound of gunfire and the cacophony of battle cries fill the air, as the sun sets on another day of fighting. This poignant sketch offers a glimpse into the harsh realities of the Western Front, providing a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made during the First World War. With its intricate details and evocative imagery, Villiers' work stands as an important historical document, offering a unique perspective on one of the most significant events in human history.
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