Photographic Print : Part of Loft, Barrack 7, Ruhleben

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Part of Loft, Barrack 7, Ruhleben

Part of Loft, Barrack 7, Ruhleben. Cyril Oppler

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Media ID 14151701

© David Cohen Fine Art/Mary Evans Picture Library

Barrack Cyril Loft Ruhleben Topographical Oppler

12"x8" (30x20cm) Photo Print

Experience the history of Ruhleben Camp through the captivating lens of photographer Cyril Oppler with our Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints featuring 'Part of Loft, Barrack 7, Ruhleben'. This evocative image, available through Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a rare glimpse into the daily life of the prisoners of war held at Ruhleben during World War I. Each print is meticulously produced using high-quality materials, ensuring vibrant colors and sharp details that bring the past to life. Add this unique piece of historical art to your home or office to inspire conversation and education about an important chapter in history.

Printed on archival quality paper for unrivalled stable artwork permanence and brilliant colour reproduction with accurate colour rendition and smooth tones. Printed on professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper. 12x8 for landscape images, 8x12 for portrait images.

Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.

Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.4cm x 18.7cm (12" x 7.4")

Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 20.3cm (12" x 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
is a captivating topographical drawing by the renowned artist Cyril Oppler, depicting a section of Barrack 7 in the Ruhleben military camp during World War I. The meticulously detailed image offers a glimpse into the daily life of the prisoners of war (POWs) held at this camp, located in the outskirts of Berlin, Germany. Ruhleben was a former racecourse that was repurposed as a British military internment camp in the autumn of 1914. The camp housed over 9,000 British soldiers who had been captured during the early stages of the war. Conditions at Ruhleben were generally considered to be better than those in other POW camps, as the prisoners were allowed to maintain a degree of self-governance and were able to establish a vibrant community. This drawing by Cyril Oppler captures the loft area of Barrack 7, which was used as a communal space for the prisoners. The image reveals the makeshift beds, arranged in rows, and the various personal belongings that the soldiers had managed to bring with them or acquire during their time at the camp. The drawing also shows the large windows, allowing natural light to filter in, and the wooden beams of the loft, which provided a sense of structure and stability amidst the uncertain circumstances of wartime imprisonment. Cyril Oppler's "Part of Loft, Barrack 7, Ruhleben" is an essential historical record of life in a World War I POW camp. The drawing not only provides insight into the living conditions of the prisoners but also serves as a poignant reminder of the human spirit's ability to adapt and create community even in the most challenging of circumstances.

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