Two drawings of British Tommies
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Two drawings of British Tommies
Two drawings of British Tommies, both signed & dated 1917 and dedicated to Amicalent au Lieutenant Colonel G. Bradley. Jean-Jacques Berne-Bellecour (1874-1939)
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1874 Bellecour Berne Bradley Colonel Dated Dedicated Drawings Jacques Lieutenant Signed Tommies
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1. Title: "Amicalent Dedications: Two Unique Drawings of British Tommies from the Trenches of World War I, Signed, Dated 1917, and Dedicated to Lieutenant Colonel G. Bradley by Jean-Jacques Berne-Bellecour" 2.. This evocative pair of drawings, both signed, dated 1917, and dedicated to Lieutenant Colonel G. Bradley, offers a poignant glimpse into the artistic expression of the First World War experience. Created by French artist Jean-Jacques Berne-Bellecour (1874-1939), these two drawings of British Tommies, or soldiers, are a testament to the camaraderie and shared hardships that transcended national boundaries during the Great War. The first drawing depicts a group of Tommies huddled around a makeshift fire, their faces etched with the exhaustion and determination that characterized life in the trenches. The second drawing captures the intense focus and resolve of a lone Tommy, his gaze fixed on the horizon as he prepares for the next assault. Berne-Bellecour's masterful use of charcoal and graphite creates a sense of depth and texture, drawing the viewer into the heart of the battlefield. The artist's dedication to Lieutenant Colonel Bradley, a British military officer, underscores the spirit of amicalent, or friendship, that emerged between soldiers from different nations amidst the chaos and carnage of the war. These two drawings serve as a powerful reminder of the human connection that endured amidst the devastation of the First World War. The signed and dated inscriptions, along with the artist's signature and the dedication to Lieutenant Colonel Bradley, add an intriguing historical dimension to these evocative works. Jean-Jacques Berne-Bellecour's poignant depictions of British Tommies offer a unique perspective on the history of World War I, inviting us to reflect on the shared experiences and enduring bonds that emerged from the trenches.
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