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St Dunstans periscope made by blind patients
A St. Dunstans periscope made by blind patients of St. Dunstans Hospital. Retaining original paper cover printed St. Dunstans Periscope. Made by a war-blinded man. Firearms & Equipment
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Media ID 14148942
© David Cohen Fine Art/Mary Evans Picture Library
Blind Blinded Firearms Patients Periscope Retaining Made
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 25.2cm (15.6" x 9.9")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "Sight Beyond Sight: The Blind Heroes of St. Dunstan's Periscope during WWI" In this evocative photograph, we witness the testament of resilience and determination as we behold a St. Dunstan's periscope, meticulously crafted by war-blinded patients of St. Dunstan's Hospital during the First World War. The periscope, with its original paper cover still intact, is a poignant reminder of the indomitable human spirit that refused to be defeated by adversity. St. Dunstan's Hospital, founded in 11th century England, was renowned for its commitment to caring for soldiers with various disabilities, including those rendered blind by the horrors of war. During the Great War, the hospital took on a new mission: to help blinded soldiers regain their independence and contribute to the war effort by manufacturing essential military equipment. Among these items was the St. Dunstan's periscope, an ingenious device that allowed soldiers to observe the battlefield from the safety of their trenches. The periscope in this photograph was created by one such war-blinded man, whose deft hands transformed raw materials into a vital piece of military equipment. The retaining paper cover, bearing the printed title "St. Dunstan's Periscope," serves as a testament to the patients' dedication and the hospital's unwavering commitment to their rehabilitation. This photograph offers a rare glimpse into the history of medical and military innovation during WWI, as well as the inspiring stories of the brave men and women who defied their disabilities to make a difference. The St. Dunstan's periscope, made by the blind, stands as a symbol of hope, perseverance, and the power of human ingenuity in the face of adversity.
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