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A Smiths H823 clock encased in a German 77 mm shellcase
A Smiths H823 clock encased in a German 77 mm. shellcase mounted on an AEG 15 HZ 14 fuse and resting on a German Howitzer shellcase base. Trench Art
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Media ID 14150663
© David Cohen Fine Art/Mary Evans Picture Library
Clock Encased Fuse Howitzer Mounted Resting Trench Base
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 18.3cm (9.6" x 7.2")
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
This intriguing trench art piece showcases a beautifully preserved A Smiths H823 clock, encased within the hollowed-out interior of a German 77 mm. shellcase. The clock, with its distinctive white face and black Roman numerals, is a testament to the ingenuity and resourcefulness of soldiers during the First World War. The shellcase, once a deadly projectile used in the conflict, has been repurposed as a protective casing for the clock. Mounted on the base of the shellcase is an AEG 15 HZ 14 fuse, adding an authentic military touch to the piece. The fuse, with its intricate wiring and delicate components, contrasts starkly with the rugged exterior of the shellcase, creating a unique juxtaposition. The clock rests atop a German Howitzer shellcase base, further emphasizing the military origins of the artwork. The base, with its intricate engravings and weathered patina, adds a sense of history and provenance to the piece. Trench art, such as this clock, was created by soldiers during their downtime in the trenches. These pieces served as reminders of home and the passage of time amidst the chaos and hardships of war. This particular piece is a testament to the ingenuity and creativity of soldiers during the First World War, as well as a reminder of the historical significance of the conflict. The intricate details of the clock's face and hands, the intricacies of the fuse, and the weathered exterior of the shellcase all come together to create a visually stunning and historically significant piece. This A Smiths H823 clock encased in a German 77 mm. shellcase is not only a beautiful work of art, but also a reminder of the ingenuity, resourcefulness, and resilience of soldiers during the First World War.
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