Premium Framed Print : British soldier relaxing on a stretcher, Somme, WW1
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British soldier relaxing on a stretcher, Somme, WW1
A British soldier relaxing and reading the news on an abandoned German stretcher on the Somme, Western Front, during World War One. Date: circa 1916
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Media ID 14134830
© Mary Evans Picture Library/Pump Park Photography
Break Debris News Relax Relaxing Somme Stretcher
17"x15" (43x38cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 10x8 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 17x15 inches (431x381mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 19.5cm (9.6" x 7.7")
Estimated Product Size is 43.1cm x 38.1cm (17" x 15")
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
Amidst the chaos and destruction of the Western Front during World War One, a moment of respite is captured in this poignant photograph. A British soldier, weary from the relentless battles of the Somme, takes a break from the horrors of war to read the latest news on an abandoned German stretcher. The ground around him is littered with debris and remnants of battle, yet he finds solace in the simple pleasure of reading the words on the page. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the human spirit's ability to find moments of peace and normalcy even in the most trying of circumstances. Taken circa 1916, this photograph offers a glimpse into the daily life of soldiers during the Great War, and the small moments of respite they found amidst the chaos." "The British soldier's relaxed posture and focused expression as he reads the newspaper contrast sharply with the desolate and war-torn landscape behind him. The use of an abandoned German stretcher as a makeshift seat adds an intriguing element to the scene, highlighting the fluidity of the battle lines and the constant shifting of power on the Western Front. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the human experience during wartime and the importance of finding moments of peace and normalcy even in the most challenging of circumstances." "The image also serves as a testament to the historical significance of the Somme campaign, one of the largest and deadliest battles of World War One. This photograph offers a unique perspective on the daily life of soldiers during the conflict and the small moments of respite they found amidst the chaos. It is a powerful reminder of the human spirit's ability to find moments of peace and normalcy even in the most trying of circumstances.
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