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Ad for Goodbye, Old Man by Matania, WW1
Advertisement in The Sphere magazine promoting one of the most popular images painted by their special artist Fortunino Matania as a limited edition print. The picture, showing, an incident on the road to a Battery position in Southern Flanders, of a gunner saying goodbye to his wounded horse, was one of the most iconic of the war. Date: 1916
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Advertisements Adverts Edition Fortunino Goodbye Matania Photogravure Pictures Sentimental Special Sphere
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse collection of Poster Prints featuring "Goodbye, Old Man" by Fortunino Matania, an iconic image from the poignant era of World War I. Originally published as an advertisement in The Sphere magazine, this evocative artwork is now available as a limited edition print, exclusively through Media Storehouse. Matania's masterpiece, "Goodbye, Old Man," captures the raw emotion and poignancy of the farewell between a soldier and his aging father. This powerful visual narrative is a poignant reminder of the human cost of war. Our high-quality poster prints are perfect for personal use or as thoughtful gifts for history enthusiasts, art collectors, or anyone who appreciates the emotional depth and historical significance of this iconic image. Each print is produced using premium materials and state-of-the-art printing techniques to ensure vibrant colors and sharp details, bringing the original artwork to life in your home or office. Bring a piece of history into your space with the Media Storehouse "Goodbye, Old Man" Poster Print by Fortunino Matania. Order yours today and join the countless collectors who have made this timeless image a cherished part of their personal collections.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 59.4cm x 40.2cm (23.4" x 15.8")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
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.
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This poignant image, titled "Goodbye, Old Man," is a masterpiece by the renowned special artist Fortunino Matania, created during the tumultuous year of 1916 in the midst of the First World War. The scene depicted in this evocative photograph is taken from the pages of The Sphere magazine, a publication known for its high-quality illustrations and reporting. Matania's painting captures a poignant moment on the road to a battery position in Southern Flanders. In the image, a weary gunner, his uniform stained with the grime and dirt of battle, bids a heartfelt farewell to his wounded horse. The horse, its once proud and powerful form now weakened by injury, gazes back at its soldier with a look of understanding and loyalty. The sentimental illustration was one of the most popular and iconic images of the war, striking a chord with the public and becoming a symbol of the sacrifices made by soldiers and their animals during the conflict. The print was produced using the photogravure process, ensuring a high level of detail and depth, making it a treasured possession for collectors and history enthusiasts. The "Goodbye, Old Man" print is a testament to the enduring power of art to capture the essence of historical moments and evoke emotion. Fortunino Matania's masterpiece continues to resonate with audiences today, serving as a poignant reminder of the human-animal bond and the sacrifices made during the First World War.
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