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The Sad Experiences of Big and Little Willie. - WWI
A bound copy with gold-leaf edges of The Sad Experiences of Big and Little Willie during the first 6 months of the Great War as portrayed by W. K. Haselden in the Daily Mirror. The Fine Art Society, 148 New Bond Street, London. Chatto & Windus, 111 St. Martins Lane, 1/- nett. Book
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Media ID 14155551
© David Cohen Fine Art/Mary Evans Picture Library
Bond Bound Chatto Copy Daily Edges Experiences Haselden Lane Mirror Months Nett Portrayed Willie Windus
15"x10" (38x25cm) Metal Print
Experience the poignant history of The Sad Experiences of Big and Little Willie, brought to life through the Media Storehouse range of Metal Prints. This powerful image, taken from W.K. Haselden's illustrations in the Daily Mirror during World War I, now available through Mary Evans Prints Online, is a poignant reminder of the human cost of conflict. Our high-quality Metal Prints showcase the intricate details of this historic photograph, while the addition of a gold-leaf edge adds a touch of elegance and sophistication. Preserve this important piece of history in your home or office with a Media Storehouse Metal Print.
Your image is printed photographically and bonded to a 3.5mm thick, Dibond board (black polyethylene sandwiched between two sheets of white coated aluminium). The panel is then sealed with a gloss protective covering. Supplied complete with a wall mount which holds the print 10mm from the wall.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 38.1cm (10" x 15")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This photograph showcases a rare and poignant piece of World War I history: a bound copy of "The Sad Experiences of Big and Little Willie" by W.K. Haselden. Published in the Daily Mirror between July and December 1915, this collection of comic strips brought the harsh realities of the Great War to the British public in a unique and impactful way. The golden-edged book, with its elegant leather binding, sits proudly on a table against a plain background. The intricate gold leaf detailing adds a sense of sophistication and importance to the humble volume. The title, "The Sad Experiences of Big and Little Willie," is embossed on the cover in elegant script, while the subtitle, "as portrayed by W.K. Haselden in the Daily Mirror," is inscribed below in smaller letters. The Fine Art Society, a prestigious art dealership located at 148 New Bond Street in London, offers this historical artifact for sale. Chatto & Windus, a renowned publishing house based at 111 St. Martins Lane, is listed as the publisher. The price of one shilling nett is displayed prominently, indicating the affordability of this powerful piece of war-time propaganda. The Sad Experiences of Big and Little Willie tells the story of two British soldiers, Big Willie and Little Willie, who experience the horrors and hardships of the front lines. Through their adventures, readers were given a glimpse into the daily lives of soldiers, from the mundane to the harrowing. This unique blend of humor and reality made the comic strips a popular and effective means of engaging the public in the war effort. This photograph not only serves as a testament to the power of visual storytelling but also offers a poignant reminder of the human cost of war. The golden-edged book, with its intriguing history and beautiful design, stands as a powerful symbol of the past and a reminder of the enduring impact of World War I on the world.
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