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Illustrated London News Christmas Number 1914 WW1
The Illustrated London News Christmas Number 1914 with an illustration by Samuel Begg showing a British soldier holding a huge, steaming Christmas pudding decorated with Allied flags and holly. Date: 1914
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Media ID 14235051
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Allied Begg Cheerful Festive Holly Jolly News Pudding Samuel Seasonal Tommies Tommy Trenches
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 17cm x 24.4cm (6.7" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 38.1cm x 43.1cm (15" x 17")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative illustration, taken from the Illustrated London News Christmas Number 1914, captures the unexpected spirit of Christmas amidst the harsh realities of the Western Front during World War I. The illustration, created by renowned artist Samuel Begg, depicts a British soldier holding a massive, steaming Christmas pudding, decorated with Allied flags and holly, in the trenches. The jolly and cheerful scene stands in stark contrast to the grim reality of the war, which had been raging for less than a year at this point. The image is a poignant reminder of the unwavering human spirit that found a way to celebrate the festive season despite the horrors of the battlefield. The soldiers, known as "Tommies," are seen gathered around the soldier, sharing in the holiday cheer. The use of Allied flags adds a sense of unity and camaraderie among the troops. The illustration, published in December 1914, was a welcome respite from the daily news of the war and served as a reminder that even in the darkest of times, there is always a reason to celebrate. The festive pudding, a traditional British dish, symbolizes the hope and comfort of home, bringing a touch of normalcy to the soldiers' lives. As we look at this image today, we are reminded of the sacrifices made by the soldiers during the First World War and the importance of cherishing the holiday season with our loved ones. The illustration is a testament to the enduring power of the human spirit and the ability to find joy and hope in even the most challenging circumstances.
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