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Poster Print : Robin in the trenches, WW1 by Philip Dadd
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Robin in the trenches, WW1 by Philip Dadd
Sat on the End of my Bayonet like a bloomin Christmas Card, he did. Illustration depicting an incident described by a private soldier, writing home during the winter campaign of 1914-15, who talked of a plucky little robin who came into the trenches much to the soldiers delight. Date: 1915
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Media ID 14205832
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Amusement Amusing Bayonet Dadd Philip Plucky Private Rifle Robin Robins Trench Trenches
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse range of Poster Prints featuring "Robin in the Trenches, WW1" by Philip Dadd. This evocative illustration, rights managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, brings to life the poignant tale of a soldier's experience during the winter campaign of 1914-15. With Robin perched on the end of a bayonet, this image captures the unexpected humor and camaraderie found even in the midst of war. Add this captivating print to your collection and let the story of "Robin in the Trenches" inspire and intrigue all who see it.
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 38.9cm x 59.4cm (15.3" x 23.4")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Amidst the harsh realities of the Western Front during the winter campaign of 1914-15, a small burst of cheer brought a smile to the weary faces of British soldiers huddled in their trenches. In this evocative illustration by Philip Dadd, titled "Sat on the End of my Bayonet like a bloomin' Christmas Card, he did.," we witness a heartwarming moment described by a private soldier in his letter home. The soldier's words painted a vivid picture of a plucky little robin perched atop a bayonet, seemingly unfazed by the chaos and danger surrounding it. The soldiers were taken aback by the unexpected visitor, finding solace and amusement in the sight of the red-breasted bird amidst the mud and despair. The robin's presence brought a sense of normality and hope to the soldiers, reminding them of the simple joys of home and the beauty of nature, even in the most unforgiving of environments. Philip Dadd's illustration masterfully captures the spirit of the soldiers' tale, offering a poignant reminder of the human capacity to find joy and humor in the most unlikely of places. This image serves as a poignant reminder of the soldiers' experiences during World War I, a time when the simple presence of a robin could bring a moment of respite and delight in the midst of unimaginable hardship.
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