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Number 23 Mills hand grenade made as an ink stand
A Number 23 Mills hand grenade made as an ink stand on a round glazed metal base, inscribed Memento of the Great War. Actual hand grenade casting as used by the Allies. Registered Number 651542. 1915. Commemorative Ware
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Actual Allies Casting Commemorative Glazed Grenade Inscribed Memento Mills Registered Stand Ware Base Made
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 17.8cm x 24.4cm (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.
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This intriguing and historic object is a Number 23 Mills hand grenade, transformed into a unique ink stand. The grenade rests atop a round, glazed metal base, inscribed with the words "Memento of the Great War." The actual hand grenade casting, a relic from the Allied forces during World War I, bears the registration number 651542 and the year of production, 1915. The Number 23 Mills hand grenade was a crucial component of trench warfare during the First World War. Its distinctive design, featuring a lever that released the grenade's pin, made it a formidable weapon in the hands of soldiers. This particular grenade, now repurposed as a commemorative ink stand, offers a fascinating glimpse into the past. The round, glazed metal base provides a stable and elegant platform for the grenade, while also serving as a reminder of the historical significance of this object. The term "Memento of the Great War" inscribed on the base further emphasizes the importance of preserving the memories and artifacts of this pivotal period in world history. This commemorative ink stand is not only a functional piece, but also a thought-provoking conversation starter. It serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made during the First World War and the enduring impact of military history on our lives today.
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