Poster Print : Letter opener Engraved 1914-1918
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Letter opener Engraved 1914-1918
Letter opener. Engraved 1914-1918 with winged bird on the bullet handle. Trench Art
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Media ID 14151048
© David Cohen Fine Art/Mary Evans Picture Library
Bullet Engraved Handle Letter Opener Trench Winged
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
"Add historical charm to your home or office with our Media Storehouse Poster Prints featuring the exquisitely engraved Letter Opener from Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative design, dating back to 1914-1918, showcases a letter opener with a winged bird on the bullet handle - a poignant reminder of the trench art created during wartime. Each print is produced with high-quality materials and vibrant color reproduction, ensuring a stunning addition to any space. Bring history to life with this unique and captivating piece."
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 39cm (23.4" x 15.4")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This intricately engraved letter opener, dated 1914-1918, is a poignant reminder of the history and symbolism of the First World War. The elegant design features a winged bird on the bullet-shaped handle, a common motif in trench art created during the conflict. Trench art refers to the handmade objects produced by soldiers in the trenches as a means of coping with the harsh realities of war and as a way to personalize their living conditions. The engraving on this letter opener is a testament to the craftsmanship and creativity of the soldier who made it. The use of a bullet casing as the handle adds a raw and authentic touch, reflecting the harsh and dangerous environment from which it originated. The winged bird is a symbol of hope and freedom, offering a glimmer of light in the darkness of the trenches. The First World War, also known as the Great War, lasted from 1914 to 1918 and was a global conflict that involved many of the world's major powers. It was marked by unprecedented destruction and loss of life, with over 16 million deaths and 21 million wounded. This letter opener is a small but significant piece of history, a tangible link to the past that tells a story of resilience, creativity, and hope in the face of adversity.
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