Poster Print : Mounted French horsemen and French wagon, Somme
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Mounted French horsemen and French wagon, Somme
2 Vignettes - one is of mounted French horsemen in the dust, and the second is of a French horse-drawn wagon in the mud of the Somme. Jean-Jacques Berne-Bellecour (1874-1939)
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Media ID 14154361
© David Cohen Fine Art/Mary Evans Picture Library
1874 Bellecour Berne Drawn Dust Horsemen Jacques Mounted Print Somme Topographical Vignettes Wagon
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Introducing the captivating range of poster prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the evocative artwork "Mounted French Horsemen and French Wagon, Somme" by Jean-Jacques Berne-Bellecour. This dynamic duo of prints transports you back in time to the battlefields of the Somme during World War I. The first vignette showcases a group of gallant French horsemen, their determined faces etched with the grit and determination of battle. Dust trails behind their horses' hooves as they charge forward, a testament to their courage and resilience. In the second vignette, a French horse-drawn wagon labors through the muddy terrain, its wheels leaving deep ruts in the ground. The weight of history and the burden of war are palpable in this powerful image. These stunning poster prints, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, are perfect for history enthusiasts, art lovers, or anyone seeking to add a touch of timeless elegance to their walls. Each print is expertly reproduced in vibrant colors and high resolution, ensuring a stunning visual experience. Bring the history of the Somme into your home or office with these evocative and inspiring poster prints from Media Storehouse.
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 55.1cm x 42cm (21.7" x 16.5")
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 evocative diptych captures the harsh realities of the Western Front during World War I, as depicted in the works of French photographer Jean-Jacques Berne-Bellecour (1874-1939). In the first vignette, a group of mounted French horsemen are seen in the midst of a cloud of dust, their determined faces a testament to the arduous conditions of the battlefield. Their horses, coated in sweat and grime, plod forward, their hooves kicking up clouds of dust with each step. The scene exudes a sense of urgency and purpose, as the soldiers press onward in their mission. In the second vignette, a French horse-drawn wagon labors through the mud of the Somme, its wheels spinning but making little progress. The mud, thick and treacherous, has claimed numerous victims, leaving behind a scene of desolation and destruction. The horses, straining at the reins, seem to be barely holding their ground, their breaths coming in labored gasps. The wagon's cargo, hidden from view, adds to the mystery and intrigue of the image. Berne-Bellecour's photographs offer a unique perspective on the war, providing a glimpse into the daily struggles and hardships faced by the soldiers and civilians on the front lines. His work, which was produced between 1914 and 1918, is an invaluable historical record of the First World War, and a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made during this pivotal period in world history.
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