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Poster Print : Good-bye, Old Man. By Fortunio Matania. 1922
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Good-bye, Old Man. By Fortunio Matania. 1922
Illustration by Fortunio Matania showing a soldier saying a last goodbye to his faithful horse
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Media ID 1408070
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Dying Faithful Fortunio Goodbye Matania Wounded 1922 Ww 1
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Experience the poignant moment of farewell in this stunning vintage print, "Good-bye, Old Man" by Fortunio Matania. Originally created in 1922, this evocative image captures the deep bond between a soldier and his loyal horse, as they share one last heartfelt moment before parting ways. Add this beautiful piece to your home or office to inspire reflection and appreciation for the enduring connections we form. Printed on high-quality matte paper for vibrant colors and long-lasting durability, the Media Storehouse range of poster prints brings timeless artistry to your living spaces. Embrace the power of art and make a statement with this moving and evocative print.
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 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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EDITORS COMMENTS
This poignant illustration by Fortunio Matania, titled "Good-bye, Old Man," captures the heart-wrenching moment when a soldier bids farewell to his faithful horse during World War I. The soldier is depicted as he leans over to stroke the head of his loyal companion, who has been wounded in battle and is nearing the end of its life.
The bond between man and animal is beautifully portrayed in this emotional scene, as the soldier expresses gratitude and sorrow for their time together on the battlefield. The horse gazes up at its master with eyes full of trust and love, embodying unwavering loyalty even in the face of death.
Matania's skillful use of detail and emotion brings this touching moment to life, evoking empathy from viewers who can feel the weight of loss and sacrifice that war entails. The setting sun in the background adds a sense of finality to the scene, emphasizing that this goodbye is truly a farewell.
As we reflect on this illustration from 1922, we are reminded of the countless soldiers and animals who have served bravely in wars throughout history. Their stories deserve to be remembered and honored, just like this soldier bidding adieu to his beloved old friend.
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