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Matania - Last Absolution of the Munsters
The Last General Absolution of the Munsters at Rue du Bois - painting by Fortunino Matania. This painting relates to an incident in France in May of 1915, when the 2nd Battalion of the Royal Munster Fusiliers suffered very heavily at Rue du Bois, in the Pas de Calais close to Arras. The action was only one of many local attacks which ended disastrously through lack of support. Colonel Victor Rickard, recently appointed to command, was killed in the attack, as was his Adjutant, Captain Filgate. Both are represented in the picture, alongside Father Gleeson, who is shown giving the Absolution on the evening prior to the action taking place.
1915
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Attacked Battalion Bois Colonel Fortunio Fusiliers Matania Munster Prior Victor Absolution Gleeson Rickard
23"x19" (58x48cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 16x12 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 23x19 inches (584x482mm). 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 39.6cm x 26.4cm (15.6" x 10.4")
Estimated Product Size is 58.4cm x 48.2cm (23" x 19")
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.
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This powerful and poignant print captures the solemn moment of "Matania - Last Absolution of the Munsters" during World War I. The painting by Fortunino Matania depicts the Last General Absolution of the Munsters at Rue du Bois, a significant event that took place in France in May 1915.
The 2nd Battalion of the Royal Munster Fusiliers faced heavy losses at Rue du Bois, near Arras, due to lack of support during a local attack. Colonel Victor Rickard and his Adjutant, Captain Filgate, were among those who lost their lives in this tragic battle. In the painting, they are seen alongside Father Gleeson receiving absolution on the evening before their fateful mission.
The image conveys a sense of bravery and sacrifice as these men prepared for what would be their final moments on earth. It serves as a reminder of the immense courage displayed by soldiers during wartime and honors those who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country.
This historic artwork is a testament to the heroism and camaraderie exhibited by members of the Royal Munster Fusiliers during one of the darkest periods in modern history. It stands as a tribute to all those who fought and died in service to their nation during World War I.
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