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Repulsing the famous Prussian guard at Ypres
Repulsing the famous Prussian guard at Ypres. With the British Army on the Western Front - published in 1916 for Tatler and Sphere, though the illustration was first done in 1914. Fortunino Matania, Ri (1881-1963). One of the most accomplished realistic illustrators and artists of his time, his wartime work was immensely popular and appeared in nearly every major news magazine, Allied, Neutral and Central Powers alike. Literally tens of millions of readers saw wartime events through the medium of Matanias weekly illustrations and, as such, he played an important role in defining peoples mental image of what Great War battlefield scenes and soldiers looked like. Date: 1914
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Repulsing the Famous Prussian Guard at Ypres
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is a powerful and evocative image created by the renowned Italian-born artist Fortunino Matania in 1914. Originally published in 1916 for Tatler and Sphere, this print captures the intensity and bravery of the British Army during the early days of the Western Front in World War I. Matania, a highly accomplished realistic illustrator and artist, produced some of the most iconic depictions of the war, which were widely disseminated through various news magazines, both Allied and neutral, as well as Central Powers. His weekly illustrations reached tens of millions of readers, making him an influential figure in shaping the public's mental image of the Great War battlefield scenes and soldiers. In this particular print, Matania masterfully portrays the pivotal moment when the British forces repelled the famous Prussian Guard during the First Battle of Ypres. The image is filled with a sense of tension and determination, as British soldiers fiercely defend their position against the relentless onslaught of the Prussian troops. The use of light and shadow, as well as the intricate details in the soldiers' uniforms and expressions, add depth and authenticity to the scene. Matania's work during the war was not only popular but also historically significant, as it provided a visual record of the events as they unfolded and helped to humanize the soldiers and their experiences for a global audience. This print, "Repulsing the Famous Prussian Guard at Ypres," stands as a testament to the artist's skill and the enduring impact of his wartime illustrations.
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