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Tattoo-artist, George Burchett, at work on a Tommy
A tattoo artist, George Burchett, in his shop near Waterloo station working on the forearm of a soldier, while a lady who has just received a tattoo of her own, admires his handiwork. On the wall of the studio can be seen various designs including a British lion with a Union flag. Date: 1917
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Forearm Handiwork Patriotic Tattoo Tattooist Tattoos Tommies Tommy Waterloo Artists
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 18.2cm x 24.4cm (7.2" 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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In the heart of London, near Waterloo Station during the tumultuous year of 1917, George Burchett, a skilled tattoo artist, creates intricate designs on the bodies of soldiers and civilians alike. In this evocative photograph, Burchett is seen intently focusing on the forearm of a soldier, his brow furrowed in concentration as he expertly inks a patriotic design onto the brave man's skin. The soldier's comrades look on with admiration and camaraderie, their own fresh tattoos visible as badges of honor. Among the crowd, a woman with a newly inked tattoo of her own smiles approvingly at Burchett's handiwork. The walls of the dimly lit studio are adorned with a myriad of designs, including a proud British lion holding the Union flag, reflecting the patriotic spirit of the era. The First World War, or WWI, had been raging on for over two years, and these tattoos served as a source of comfort, strength, and unity for the soldiers. George Burchett's shop became a sanctuary for the weary and the wounded, offering a brief respite from the horrors of the battlefield. His artistry not only transformed the bodies of his clients but also provided a sense of belonging and connection among the soldiers, known as 'Tommies,' during this time of great uncertainty and hardship. This poignant image captures the essence of human resilience and the power of art to heal and inspire.
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